KARCHER K 3 Premium Powerful Pressure Washer Instruction Manual

K 3 Premium Powerful Pressure Washer
Instruction Manual

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K 3 Premium Powerful Pressure Washer

Safety

Please read and comply with these original operating instructions and the enclosed safety instructions. Proceed ac- cordingly. 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.
 The appliance must not be directly connected to the public drinking water network.
Safety Devices
CAUTION

•  Safety installations serve the protection of the user and 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.

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 ad- ditional cleaning agents).
• with accessories, replacement parts and cleaning agents approved by KÄRCHER. Please observe the information accompanying the cleaning agents.

Environmental protection

Notes about the ingredients (REACH) You will find current information about the ingredients at: www.kaercher.com/REACH 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.
Description of the Appliance
The scope of delivery of your appliance is illustrated on the packaging. Check the contents of the appliance for completeness when unpacking.
See fold-out page 3 for illustrations

1. Water connection with integrated sieve

2. Coupling element for water connection

3. Quick coupling for high pressure hose

4. Appliance switch „0/OFF“ / „I/ON“

5. Detergent suction hose (with sieve)

6. Detergent Tank

7. Detergent tank lid

8. Storage for high pressure hose

9. Carrying handle

10. Transport handle, detachable

11. Storage for spray lance

12. Storage for trigger gun

13. Mains cable with mains plug

14.  Bearing wheel

15.  Trigger gun

16.  Lock trigger gun

17. High pressure hose

18. Key to detach the high pressure hose from the trigger gun

19.  Spray lance with Dirtblaster For strong contaminations.

20.  Spray lance with pressure regulation (Vario Power) Carrying out the most common cleaning tasks. The work pressure can be stagelessly regulated between “SOFT” and “HARD”. You can add detergent when “MIX” is selected.
    In order to adjust the working pressure, release the lever of the trigger gun and turn the spray lance to the desired position.
    ** Additionally required

21. 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.
See fold-out page 4  for illustrations Illustration

• Insert holder for trigger gun. Illustration A
• Insert the transport handle. Illustration B
• Screw the coupling element to the water connection on the appliance. Illustration C
•  Pull out the clamp for the high pressure hose from the trigger gun.
• Connect high pressure hose to trigger gun.
• Push the clamp in until it locks. Check the secure connection by pulling on the high-pressure hose.

Start up

• Park the appliance on an even surface. Illustration
• Push the high pressure hose into the quick coupling until it locks audibly.
•  Insert the mains plug into the socket.

Water supply
For connection values, see type plate/technical data. Observe regulations of water supplier.
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. Illustration

• 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.

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

• 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.

• Fill the detergent solution in the detergent tank (observe dosage instructions on  the packaging of the detergent).
• Use spray lance with pressure regulation (Vario Power).
• Turn the spray lance to “Mix” position.

Note: This will mix the detergent with the water stream.
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.

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.

• After operation with detergent: Fill the detergent tank with clear water, turn the spray lance with pressure regulator to the position “Mix”, switch the appliance on for about 1 minute and rinse with clear water.
• 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

• Lift appliance by the carrying handle and carry it.
• Pull out the transport handle until it audibly snaps into place.
  Pull the appliance by its transport handle.

When transporting in vehicles

• Empty detergent tank.
• 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
Prior to extended storage periods, as during the winter, also observe the instructions in the Care section.

• Park the machine on an even surface.
• Press the disconnect on the trigger gun and remove the high  pressure hose from the trigger gun.
• Push the casing of the quick coupling for the high pressure hose toward the rear and disconnect the  high pressure hose from the appliance.
• Insert the trigger gun in its holder.
•  Engage the spray lance in its holder.
• Suspend the high-pressure hose into its holder.
• Roll up the power cord and loop it e.g. round the handle.

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
  Clean the sieve in the water connection regularly.

ATTENTION
The sieve must not be damaged.

• Remove coupling from the water connection. Illustration
• Pull the sieve out using flat pliers.
• Clean the sieve under running water.
• Reinsert the sieve into the water connection.

Cleaning the detergent filter
Prior to longer periods of storage, e.g. in the winter:

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

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.

Troubleshooting

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

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 to “Mix” position.

• Clean the detergent suction hose filter.

•  Check the detergent suction hose for kinks.

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. Addresses can be found under: www.kaercher.com/dealersearch

Technical specifications

Electrical connection|
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Voltage| 230 1~50 V Hz
Connected load| 1,6 kW
Protection class| IPX5
Protective class| I
Mains fuse (slow-blow)| 10:00 AM
Water connection|
Max. feed pressure| 1,2 MPa
Max. feed temperature| 40 °C
Min. feed volume| 8 I/min
Performance data|
Working pressure| 9 MPa
Max. permissible pressure| 12 MPa
Water flow rate| 5,3 I/min
Max. flow rate| 6,3 I/min
Detergent flow rate| 0,3 I/min
Recoil force of trigger gun| 12 N
Dimensions and weights|
Length| 285 mm
Width| 331 mm
Height| 563 mm
Weight, ready to operate with accessories| 11,3 kg

Values determined as per EN 60335-2-79

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.

Relevant EU Directives
2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)
2014/30/EU
2000/14/EC
2011/65/EU
Applied harmonized standards
EN 60335–1
EN 60335–2–79
EN 62233: 2008
EN 55014–1:2017
EN 55014–2: 2015
EN 61000–3–2: 2014
EN 61000–3–3: 2013
EN 50581
Applied conformity evaluation method
2000/14/EC: Appendix V
Sound power level dB(A)
Measured: 82
Guaranteed: 85
The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management.Documentation supervisor: S. Reiser
Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG Alfred-Kircher-Strafe 28-40 71364 Winnenden (Germany)
Tel.: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212
Winnenden, 2018/10/01

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