The KÄRCHER Home & Garden app contains:

• Installation and initial startup information

• Information about the areas of application

• Tips & Tricks

• FAQ with detailed troubleshooting

• Connection to the KÄRCHER Service Centre

The app can be downloaded here:

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Read this safety chapter and these original instructions before using the device for the first time. Act in accordance with them. Keep the original instructions for future reference or for future owners.

• In addition to the notes in the operating instructions, you also need to take into consideration the general safety regulations and accident prevention guidelines applicable by law.

• Warnings and information notices attached to the device provide important information for hazard-free operation.

The power switch prevents unintentional operation of the device.

The lock locks the lever of the high-pressure gun and prevents the device from starting unintentionally.

If the lever of the high-pressure gun is released, the pressure switch turns off the pump and the high-pressure jet stops. The pump switches on again when the lever is pressed.

Use the high-pressure cleaner in private households only.

The high-pressure cleaner is intended for cleaning machines, vehicles, buildings, tools, façades, terraces, garden machines etc. using a high-pressure water jet.

The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental regulations.

Electrical and electronic devices contain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil, which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can pose a potential danger to human health and the environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the device. Devices marked by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together with the household rubbish.

Cleaning work producing in oily waste water, e.g. washing engines, washing undercarriages etc., may only be performed at washing stations with an oil separator.

Working with detergents may only be performed on watertight surfaces with connection to the waste water sewage system. Do not allow detergent to enter waterways or the soil.

Current information on content materials can be found at: www.kaercher.de/REACH

Only use original accessories and original spare parts. They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely.

Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at www.kaercher.com.

The scope of delivery for the appliance is shown on the packaging. Check the contents for completeness when unpacking. If any accessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage, please notify your dealer.

The maximum amount of equipment is described in these operating instructions. Depending on the model used, there are differences in the scope of delivery (see packaging).

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1. Transport wheel
2. Storage for spray lance
3. Storage / parking position for high-pressure gun
4. Power Control spray lance Dirt grinder for stubborn contamination, pressure stage: HARD
5. Vario Power spray lance for common cleaning tasksThe working pressure can be continuously increased from "SOFT" to "HARD". To adjust the working pressure, release the high-pressure gun lever and turn the spray lance to the desired position.To apply detergent, detach the spray lance and operate using only the high-pressure gun.
6. Power Control high-pressure gun
7. High-pressure hose release button
8. High-pressure gun lever
9. High-pressure gun lock
10. Trigger "0/OFF" / "I/ON"
11. Mains connection cable with mains plug
12. Storage hook for power cord
13. Carrying handle
14. Transport handle, telescoping
15. Quick coupling for high-pressure hose
16. Type plate
17. High-pressure hose
18. Water connection with integrated sieve
19. Detergent suction hose
20. Water connection coupling
21. **Garden hose with commonly available coupling

    • Fabric reinforced

    • Diameter of at least 1/2 inch (13 mm)

    • Length at least 7.5 m

22. *Washing brush, suitable for working with detergents
23. *Foam nozzle for powerful detergent foam
24. *Detergent container

* optional, ** additionally required

Fit the supplied loose parts onto the device before starting up the device.

1. Fasten and secure the wheels to the device.

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1. Attach the transport handle.

2. Attach the carrying handle.

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1. Screw the water connection coupling onto the water connection on the device.

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1. Place the device on a level, horizontal surface.

2. ATTENTION

   Risk of damage during operation with wound-up high-pressure hose!

   Damage on the high-pressure hose.

   Unwind the high-pressure hose completely and lay it out without knots, loops or twists before operating the device.

   Unwind the high-pressure hose completely and lay it out without knots, loops, or twists.

3. Mount the high-pressure hose on the device:

   1. Pull up the clamp on the coupling.

   2. Insert the high-pressure hose into the coupling.

   3. Press down the clamp on the coupling.

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4. Mount the high-pressure hose on the high-pressure gun.

   1. Align the high-pressure hose and

   2. insert it into the high-pressure gun until it audibly clicks into place.

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5. Check for a secure connection by pulling on the high-pressure hose.

6. Plug the mains plug into a mains socket.

For the connection values, see the type plate or chapter Technical data.

Observe the water distribution company regulations.

1. Plug the garden hose onto the water connection coupling.

2. Connect the garden hose to the water line.

3. Open the water tap completely.

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The pressure indicator on the high-pressure gun shows the currently set pressure level during operation with a Power Control spray lance.

Display	Pressure stage	Recommended fore.g.
	HARD	Stone terraces made of paving stones or washed concrete, asphalt, metal surfaces, garden utensils (wheelbarrow, spade, etc.)
	MEDIUM	Car/motorcycle, brick surfaces, plastered walls, plastic furniture
	SOFT	Wooden surfaces, bicycle, sandstone surfaces, rattan furniture

1. Insert a spray lance into the high-pressure gun and lock it into position by turning it 90°.

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2. Switch the device on ("I/ON").

3. Unlock the lever of the high-pressure gun.

4. Press the lever of the high-pressure gun.

   The device switches on.

5. Turn the Power Control spray lance Vario Power until the required pressure stage is indicated on the pressure indicator.

1. Insert the washing brush into the high-pressure gun and turn by 90° to fasten it.

1. Pull the detergent suction hose out of the casing to the desired length.

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2. Hang the detergent suction hose in a container with detergent solution.

3. Disconnect the spray lance from the high-pressure gun and work only with the high-pressure gun.

   The detergent solution is mixed with the water jet during operation.

1. Spray the detergent sparingly on the dry surface and let it work for a while (do not let it dry).

2. Rinse off the loosened dirt with the high-pressure jet.

1. Flush the device with clear water for approx. 30 seconds.

1. Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.

   When the lever is released, the device switches off. The high-pressure in the system is maintained.

2. Lock the lever of the high-pressure gun.

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3. Set the high-pressure gun with the spray lance in the parking position.

4. For work breaks longer than 5 minutes, switch off the device "0/OFF".

1. Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.

2. Close the water tap.

3. Press the lever of the high-pressure gun for 30 seconds.

   The pressure in the system is released.

4. Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.

5. Lock the lever of the high-pressure gun.

6. Switch off the device "0/OFF".

7. Disconnect the device from the water supply.

8. Pull the mains plug out of the outlet.

1. Lift up and carry the device by the carrying handle.

1. Pull out the transport handle until it audibly engages.

2. Pull the device by the transport handle.

1. Secure the device against slipping and tipping over.

1. Place the device on a level surface.

2. Disconnect the spray lance from the high-pressure gun.

3. Press the high-pressure hose release button and pull off the high-pressure hose from the high-pressure gun.

4. Disconnect the high-pressure hose from the device.

5. Store the high-pressure hose on the device.

6. Stow the mains connection and accessories on the device.

Observe the additional notes before storing the device for a long period of time, seeCare and maintenance.

1. Finish operation, see Ending operation.

   Leave the mains plug in the mains socket.

2. Switch the device on.

3. Wait a maximum of 1 minute until no more water comes out.

4. Switch off the device.

5. Drain the water from the accessories.

6. Pull the mains plug out of the mains socket.

7. Store the device and accessories in a frost-protected space.

The device is maintenance-free, i.e. you do not need to perform periodic maintenance work.

Clean the sieve in the water connection if necessary.

1. Unscrew the coupling on the water connection.

2. Pull out the sieve.

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3. Clean the sieve under running water.

4. Insert the sieve into the water connection.

Clean the detergent filter before prolonged storage.

1. Remove the detergent filter from the detergent suction hose.

2. Clean the detergent filter under running water.

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Malfunctions often have simple causes that you can remedy yourself using the following overview. When in doubt, or in the case of malfunctions not mentioned here, please contact your authorized Customer Service.

• Device not running 

• Device does not reach required pressure 

• Strong pressure fluctuations 

• Device leaking 

• The detergent is not sucked in 

Remedy:

1. Press the lever of the high-pressure gun.

   The device switches on.

2. Check that the voltage specified on the type plate corresponds to the voltage of the power source.

3. Check the mains connection cable for damage.

Cause:

The water supply is too low.

Remedy:

1. Open the water tap fully.

2. Check the water inlet for an adequate flow rate.

3. Check the setting at the spray lance.

Cause:

The sieve in the water connection is dirty.

Remedy:

1. Pull the sieve in the water connection out using flat pliers.

2. Clean the sieve under running water.

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Cause:

Air is in the device.

Remedy:

1. Vent the device:

   1. Switch on the device without a connected spray lance for a maximum of 2 minutes.

   2. Press the high-pressure gun and wait until the water escaping from the high-pressure gun is free of air bubbles.

   3. Connect the spray lance.

Remedy:

1. Cleaning the high-pressure nozzle:

   1. Remove contamination from the nozzle drill with a needle.

   2. Rinse the high-pressure nozzle with water from the front.

2. Check the water supply volume.

Remedy:

1. The device leaks a small amount for technical reasons. If the leak is severe, request authorised Customer Service.

Cause:

A spray lance is mounted on the high-pressure gun.

Remedy:

1. Detach the spray lance and operate using only the high-pressure gun.

Cause:

The detergent hose is kinked, blocked or leaking.

Remedy:

1. Route the detergent hose without kinks, clean it or replace it.

Cause:

The detergent filter is blocked.

Remedy:

1. Clean the detergent filter, see Cleaning the detergent filter.

The warranty conditions issued by our relevant sales company apply in all countries. We shall remedy possible malfunctions on your appliance within the warranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufacturing flaw is the cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next authorised customer service site.

Further information can be found at: www.kaercher.com/dealersearch

Further warranty information (if available) can be found in the service area of your local Kärcher website under "Downloads".

We hereby declare that the machine described below complies with the relevant basic safety and health requirements in the EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version placed in circulation by us. This declaration is invalidated by any changes made to the machine that are not approved by us.

Product: High-pressure cleaner

Type: 1.673-xxx

2000/14/EC

2014/30/EU

2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)

2011/65/EU

EN 50581

EN 55014-1: 2017

EN 55014-2: 2015

EN 60335-1

EN 60335-2-79

EN 61000-3-2: 2014

EN 61000-3-3: 2013

EN 62233: 2008

2000/14/EC: Annex V

Measured: 88

Guaranteed: 90

The undersigned act on behalf and under the power of attorney of the company management.

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Documentation supervisor:

S. Reiser

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG

Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 - 40

71364 Winnenden (Germany)

Ph.: +49 7195 14-0

Fax: +49 7195 14-2212

Winnenden, 2020/08/01