KARCHER K5 Pressure Washer Instruction Manual

: June 11, 2024
: Karcher

KARCHER K5 Pressure Washer Instruction Manual

Environmental protection

The packaging material can be recycled. Please arrange for the environmentally appropriate disposal of the packaging.
Old appliances contain valuable recyclable materials that should be recycled properly. Please arrange for the environmentally appropriate disposal of the old devices.
Electrical and electronic devices often contain components which could potentially pose a danger to human health and the environment if handled or disposed of incorrectly. However, these components are necessary for the proper operation of the device. Devices marked with this symbol must not be disposed of with regular household rubbish.
Cleaning operations which produce oily waste water, e.g. engine washes, underbody washes, may only be carried out using washing stations equipped with an oil separator.
Work with detergents must only be performed on liquid-tight work surfaces with a connection to the sewer system. Do not let release detergent into waters or earth.
The extraction of water from public waters is prohibited in some countries.

Notes about the ingredients (REACH)
You will find current information about the ingredients
at: www.kaercher.com/REACH

Safety

Please read these original operating instructions and the enclosed safety instructions prior to the initial use of your device. Proceed accordingly. Keep both booklets for future reference or subsequent owners.

Symbols on the machine

The high pressure jet must not be directed at persons, animals, live electrical equipment or at the appliance itself.
Protect the appliance against frost.
Symbols The appliance must not be directly connected to the public drinking water network.

Safety Devices

CAUTION

Safety installations serve the protection of the userand may not be modified or bypassed.

Appliance switch
The appliance switch prevents unintentional operation of the appliance

Lock trigger gun
This lock locks the lever of the trigger gun and prevents the inadvertent start of the appliance.

Overflow valve with pressure switch
The overflow valve prevents the permissible working pressure from being exceeded.
If the lever on the trigger gun is released the pressure switch turns off the pump, the high pressure jet is stopped. If the lever is pulled the pump is turned on again.

Motor protection switch
The motor protection switch switches off the device if the power consumption is high.

Proper use

This high pressure cleaner is designed for domestic use only.

for cleaning machines, vehicles, buildings, tools, facades, terraces, gardening tools, etc. by means of a high-pressure water jet (if necessary, with additional cleaning agents).
with accessories, replacement parts and cleaning agents approved by KÄRCHER. Please observe the information accompanying the cleaning agents.

Description of the Appliance

The scope of delivery of the device (depending on the model) is illustrated on the packaging. These operating instructions describe all possible options.

Illustrations

Coupling element for water connection
Quick coupling for high pressure hose
Storage for trigger gun
Water connection with integrated sieve
Appliance switch „0/OFF“ / „I/ON“
Dosage regulator for detergent
Storage for trigger gun
Transport handle
Storage of Plug ‘n’ Clean detergent bottle with detergent connection
Plug ‘n’ Clean detergent bottle with locking lid
Storage for high pressure hose
Storage hook for mains connection cable
Storage for spray lance
Mains cable with mains plug
Transport wheel with wheel cap
Trigger gun
Lock trigger gun
Key to detach the high pressure hose from the trigger gun
High pressure hose
Spray lance with Dirtblaster For strong contaminations.
Spray lance with pressure regulation (Vario Power) Carrying out the most common cleaning tasks. The working pressure can be continuously increased from “SOFT” to “HARD”. To adjust the working pressure, release the trigger gun lever and turn the spray lance to the desired position. Suitable for use with detergents.
Optional
Washing brush Suitable for use with detergents.
Rotary washing brush Especially suitable for cleaning cars.
Foam nozzle with detergent container With powerful foam for effortless cleaning.
Additionally required
Fabric-reinforced water hose with commercially available coupling.
- Minimum diameter, 1/2 inches (13 mm).
- Minimum length 7.5 m.

Assembly

Mount loose parts delivered with appliance prior to startup.
Illustrations

Install wheels

Illustration A

Push the wheels into the intake and secure them with the plugs. Align the plug properly

Install the storage for trigger gun

Illustration B

Place the bottom holder into the recesses and push forward until it audibly locks in.
Insert the top holder and push down all the way

Install the transport handle

You will need the 2 included screws as well as a Phillips screwdriver PH 2.
Illustration C

Slide the transport handle into the guide and secure it with 2 screws.

Install the dosage regulator for detergent

You will need the 2 included screws as well as a Phillips screwdriver PH 2.
Illustration D

Insert both detergent hoses onto the hose fittings.

Illustration E

Install the dosage regulator and connect using 2 screws.
Note: During installation you must make sure that the tongues of the dosage regulator match up with the intended recesses in the casing.

Start up

Park the appliance on an even surface.
Illustration F
Push the high pressure hose into the trigger gun until it locks audibly.
Note: Make sure the connection nipple is aligned correctly.
Check the secure connection by pulling on the high pressure hose.
Illustration G
Push the high pressure hose into the quick coupling until it locks audibly.
Note: Make sure the connection nipple is aligned correctly.
Check the secure connection by pulling on the high pressure hose.
Insert the mains plug into the socket.

Water supply

For connection values, see type plate/technical data.

ATTENTION
Impurities in the water can damage the high-pressure pump and the accessories. For protection, the use of the KÄRCHER water filter (optional accessory, order no. 4.730-059) is recommended.

Water supply from mains

Observe regulations of water supplier.
Illustration H
Screw the coupling element to the water connection on the appliance.
Illustration I
Attach the water supply hose to the coupling on the water connection.
Connect the water supply hose to the water supply.
Completely open the water tap

Drawing in water from open reservoirs

This high-pressure cleaner is suited to work with the KÄRCHER suction hose with backflow valve (Optional accessory, order no. 4.440-238) to draw in surface water, e.g. from water butts or ponds (see specifications for max. suction height)

Remove coupling from the water connection.
Fill the suction hose with water.
Screw the suction hose into the water connection of the appliance and insert it into the water source (e.g. rainwater drum).

Remove air from appliance before operation.

Turn on the appliance “I/ON”.
Unlock the lever on the trigger gun.
Pull on the lever of the trigger gun; the device will switch on.
Let the appliance work until the water exits at the hand spray gun without bubbles (max. 2 minutes).
Release the lever on the trigger gun.
Note: Release the lever of the trigger gun; the device will switch off again. High pressure remains in the system.
Lock the lever on the trigger gun.

Operation

ATTENTION
Dry running of more than 2 minutes leads to damage of the high-pressure pump. If the appliance does not build up pressure within 2 minutes, switch the appliance off and proceed in accordance with the instructions in Chapter “Troubleshooting”.

High pressure operation

CAUTION
Keep a distance of at least 30 cm when using the jet for cleaning painted surfaces to avoid damage.

ATTENTION
Car tyres, paint or sensitive surfaces such as wood should not be cleaned with the dirt blaster, as there is a risk of damage.
Illustration J

Push the spray lance into the trigger gun and fasten it by turning it through 90°.
Turn on the appliance “I/ON”.
Unlock the lever on the trigger gun.
Pull on the lever of the trigger gun; the device will switch on.
Note: Release the lever of the trigger gun; the device will switch off again. High pressure remains in the system.

Operation with detergent

Note: Detergent can only be added when the device is operated in low pressure mode.

DANGER
When using detergents, the material data safety sheet issued by the detergent manufacturer must be adhered to, especially the instructions regarding personal protective equipment.

Notes regarding the detergent: The most commonly used KÄRCHER detergents can be purchased ready to use in their Plug ‘n’ Clean detergent bottles with locking lids. This will make the pesky refilling and filling processes redundant.
Illustration K

Remove the lid from the Plug ‘n’ Clean detergent bottle and press the detergent bottle into the detergent connection with the opening facing down.
Illustration L
Adjust the suction volume of the detergent solution by means of the dosage regulator for detergents.
Use spray lance with pressure regulation (Vario Power).
Turn the spray lance as far as it will go in the direction of “SOFT”.
Note: This will mix the detergent with the water stream.

Optional

Fill the detergent solution in the detergent tank of the foam nozzle (observe dosage instructions on the packaging of the detergent).
Connect the detergent tank to the foam nozzle.
Connect the foam nozzle to the trigger gun.

Recommended cleaning method

Spray the detergent sparingly on the dry surface and allow it to react, but not to dry.
Spray off loosened dirt with the high pressure jet.

Operation with washing brush

ATTENTION
Risk of damage to the paintwork
When working with the washing brush, it must be free of dirt or other particles

Push the washing brush into the trigger gun and fasten it by a 90° turn.
Note: If required, the washing brushes can be used to work with detergent.

Interrupting operation

Release the lever on the trigger gun.
Lock the lever on the trigger gun.
Insert the trigger gun in its holder.
During longer breaks (more than 5 minutes), also
turn the appliance off using the “0/OFF” switch.

Finish operation

CAUTION
Only separate the high-pressure hose from the trigger gun or the appliance when there is no pressure in the system

Remove the Plug ‘n’ Clean detergent bottle from the intake and close it with the lid. To store, place into the intake rotated by 180°.
Release the lever on the trigger gun.
Turn off the appliance “0/OFF”.
Disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
Turn off tap.
Press the lever on the trigger gun to release any remaining pressure in the system.
Lock the lever on the trigger gun.
Detach the appliance from the water supply.

Transport

CAUTION
Risk of personal injury or damage!
Mind the weight of the appliance during transport.

When transporting by hand

Pull the appliance by its transport handle.

When transporting in vehicles

Prior to horizontal transport: Remove the Plug ‘n’ Clean detergent bottle from the intake and close it with the lid.
Secure the appliance against shifting and tipping over.

Storage

CAUTION
Risk of personal injury or damage!
Consider the weight of the appliance when storing it.

Storing the Appliance

Park the machine on an even surface.
Push the casing of the quick coupling for the high pressure hose toward the rear and disconnect the high pressure hose from the appliance.
Press the disconnect on the trigger gun and remove the high pressure hose from the trigger gun.
Insert the trigger gun in its holder.
Engage the spray lance in its holder.
Stow away the mains cable, the high-pressure hose and accessory on the appliance. Prior to extended storage periods, as during the winter, also observe the instructions in the Care section.

Frost protection

ATTENTION
Appliances and accessories that are not completely drained can be destroyed by frost. Completely drain appliance and accessories and protect them against frost.
To avoid damage:

Completely drain all water from the appliance:
Switch the appliance on with detached high pressure hose and detached water supply (max. 1 minute) and wait, until no more water exits at the high pressure connection. Turn off the appliance.
Store the appliance and the entire accessories in a frost free room

Care and maintenance

DANGER
Risk of electric shock.

Prior to all work on the appliance, switch off the appliance and pull the power plug

Clean the sieve in the water connection

Remove coupling from the water connection.
ATTENTION
The sieve must not be damaged.
Illustration M
Pull the sieve out using flat pliers.
Clean the sieve under running water.
Reinsert the sieve into the water connection.

Cleaning the detergent filter

Remove filter from suction hose for detergent and clean under running water.

Maintenance

The appliance is maintenance free.

Troubleshooting

You can rectify minor faults yourself with the help of the following overview.
If in doubt, please consult the authorized customer service.

ANGER
Risk of electric shock

Prior to all work on the appliance, switch off the appliance and pull the power plug.

Appliance is not running

Pull on the lever of the trigger gun; the device will switch on.
Check whether the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to the voltage of the mains supply.
Check the mains connection cable for damages.
Motor overloaded, the motor circuit breaker has tripped.
- Turn off the appliance “0/OFF”.
- Allow the device to cool down for one hour.
- Switch on the device and put it into operation again.
  If the malfunction occurs repeatedly, have the device checked by the customer service.

Appliance does not start, motor hums

Voltage reduction due to weak mains supply or when using an extension cable

When switching on, first pull the lever of the trigger gun and then switch the appliance switch to “I/ON”.

Pressure does not build up in the appliance

Check setting at the spray lance.
Check water supply for adequate delivery rate.
Pull out the sieve in the water connection using flatnose pliers and clean under running water.
Appliance ventilation: Switch the appliance on with the high-pressure hose detached and operate (max. 2 minutes) until the water exits the high-pressure connection without bubbles. Switch off appliance and reconnect high-pressure hose.

Strong pressure fluctuations

Clean high-pressure nozzle: Remove dirt and debris from the nozzle bore, using a needle and rinse through with water from the front.
Check water flow quantity.

Appliance is leaking

Slight leakage from the appliance pump is normal. If the leakage increases contact the authorized customer service

No detergent infeed

Use spray lance with pressure regulation (Vario Power).
Turn the spray lance as far as it will go in the direction of “SOFT”.
Check the settings at the dosage regulator for detergent.
Check whether the Plug ‘n’ Clean detergent bottle is placed into the detergent connection facing down.

Accessories and Spare Parts

Only use original accessories and spare parts, they ensure the safe and trouble-free operation of the device. For information about accessories and spare parts, please visit www.kaercher.com

Warranty

The warranty terms published by the relevant sales company are applicable in each country. We will repair potential failures of your appliance within the warranty period free of charge, provided that such failure is caused by faulty material or defects in manufacturing. In the event of a warranty claim please contact your dealer or the nearest authorized Customer Service centre. Please submit the proof of purchase.

Technical specifications

Electrical connection

Voltage: 230 V 1~50 Hz
Connected load: 2,1 kW
Protection class: IP X5
Protective class: I
Mains fuse (slow-blow): 10 A

Water connection

Max. feed pressure: 0,8 MPa
Max. feed temperature: 40 °C
Min. feed volume: 10 I/min
Max. Suction height: 0,5 m

Performance data

Working pressure: 12,5 MPa
Max. permissible pressure: 14,5 MPa
Water flow rate: 7,5 I/min
Max. flow rate: 8,3 I/min
Detergent flow rate: 0-0,3 I/min
Recoil force of trigger gun: 20 N

Dimensions and weights

Length: 344 mm
Width: 396 mm
Height: 875 mm
Weight, ready to operate with accessories: 14,0 kg

Values determined as per EN 60335-2-79

Hand-arm vibration value Uncertainty K: <2,5 0,3 m/s2 m/s2
Sound pressure level LpA Uncertainty KpA: 71 dB(A) 2 dB(A)
Sound power level LWA + Uncertainty KWA: 86 dB(A)

Subject to technical changes.

EU Declaration of Conformity

We hereby declare that the machine described below complies with the relevant basic safety and health requirements of the EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version put into circulation by us. This declaration shall cease to be valid if the machine is modified without our prior approval.

Product: High pressure cleaner
Type: 1.180-xxx

Relevant EU Directives

2000/14/EC
2014/30/EU
2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)
2011/65/EU

Applied harmonized standards

EN 50581
EN 55014–1: 2006+A1: 2009+A2: 2011
EN 55014–2: 2015
EN 60335–1
EN 60335–2–79
EN 61000–3–2: 2014
EN 61000–3–3: 2013
EN 62233: 2008

Applied conformity evaluation method

2000/14/EC: Appendix V

Sound power level dB(A)

Measured: 84
Guaranteed: 86

The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management.

Documentation supervisor: S. Reiser

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG
Alfred-Kärcher-Straße 28-40
71364 Winnenden (Germany)
Tel.: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212
Winnenden, 2018/10/01

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