KARCHER K 2 Compact Pressure Washer Instruction Manual

: June 12, 2024
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K 2 Compact Pressure Washer

KARCHER K 2 Compact Pressure Washer - figure

General notes
**** Read these original operating instruc- tions and the enclosed safety instructions before using the device for the first time.
Proceed accordingly. Keep both books for future reference or forfuture owners.

Environmental protection

**** 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 fo the correct operation of the device. Devices marked by this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of togetherwith 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.

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

Intended use

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.

Accessories and spare parts

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.

Scope of delivery

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.

Description of the device

For the illustrations, refer to the graphics page

Water connection coupling
Water connection with integrated sieve
Detergent suction hose
Mains connection cable with mains plug
Storage for high-pressure gun
Storage for spray lance
High-pressure hose
Spray lance dirt blaster for stubborn soiling
Spray lance with high-pressure nozzle for normal cleaning tasks
High-pressure gun
Clamp for connecting / disconnecting the high-pressure hose
High-pressure gun lever
High-pressure gun lock
Carrying handle
Trigger “0/OFF” / “I/ON”
High-pressure connection
Type plate
Screw
Garden hose (fabric reinforced, diameter at least 1/2 inch (13 mm), length at least 7.5 m, with commercially available quick coupling) additionally required

Safety devices

CAUTION
Missing or modified safety devices!
Safety devices are provided for your own protection.
Do not bypass, remove or render ineffective any safety devices.
Power switch
The power switch prevents unintentional operation of the device.
High-pressure gun lock
The lock locks the lever of the high-pressure gun and prevents the device from starting unintentionally.
Auto-stop function
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 thele- ver is pressed.

Symbols on the device

Do not aim the high-pressure jet may at persons, animals, live electrical equipment or the device itself.
Protect the device against frost.
The device may not be connected to the public drinking water network.

Installation

For the illustrations, refer to the graphics page.
Fit the supplied loose parts onto the device before starting up the device.
Place the screws provided and matching screwdriver at the ready.
Installing the handle

Fit the carrying handle so that it latches into place.
Illustration B

Mounting the storage option for the highpressure gun

Push in the storage option for the high-pressure gun into the holder on the device.
Hold the storage option in the end position and secure it using a screw.
Illustration C

Installing the water connection coupling

Screw the water connection coupling onto the water connection on the device.
Illustration D

Initial startup

Place the device on a flat and level surface.
Unwind the high-pressure hose and eliminate any loops and twists.
Connect the high-pressure hose to the device.
a Pull up the clamp on the coupling.
b Insert the high-pressure hose into the coupling.
c Press down the clamp on the coupling.
Illustration E
Connect the high-pressure hose to the high-pressure gun.
a Squeeze the clamp.
b Pull out the clamp.
c Insert the high-pressure hose.
d Press the clamp in until it latches into place.
Illustration F
Check for a secure connection by pulling on the high-pressure hose.
Plug the mains plug into a mains socket.

Water supply
For the connection values, see the type plate or chapter Technical data.
Observe the water distribution company regulations.
ATTENTION
Damage through contaminated water
Contamination in the water can damage the pump and the accessories.
KÄRCHER recommends using the KÄRCHER water filter for protection(special accessory, order number 4.730-059).
Connection to the water line
ATTENTION
Hose coupling with Aquastop on the water connection of the device Damage to the pump Never use a hose coupling with Aquastop on the water connection of the device.
You can use an Aquastop coupling on the tap.

Plug the garden hose onto the water connection coupling.
Connect the garden hose to the water line.
Illustration G
Open the water tap fully.

Operation

ATTENTION
Pump running dry
Damage to the device
If pressure does not build up in the device after 2 minutes then switch the device off and proceed according to the instructions in chapter Troubleshooting guide.
High-pressure operation
ATTENTION
Damage to painted or sensitive surfaces
Surfaces can be damaged when the jet is too close to the surface or an unsuitable spray lance is used.
Maintain a minimum spray distance of 30 cm when cleaning painted surfaces.
Do not clean car tyres, paint or sensitive surfaces such as wood with the dirt blaster.

Insert a spray lance into the high-pressure gun and lock it by turning it 90°.
Illustration H
Switch the device on (“I/ON”).
Unlock the lever of the high-pressure gun.
Press the lever of the high-pressure gun.
The device switches on.
Operation with detergent

DANGER
Failure to adhere to the safety data sheet
Incorrect handling of the detergent can seriously damage your health Observe the safety data sheet of the detergent manufacturer, in particular the instructions on personal protective equipment.
Note
KÄRCHER detergents ensure fault-free operation. Ask us for a consultation, request our catalogue or our detergent information sheets.
Note
Detergent can only be mixed into the jet at low pressure.

Pull the desired length of the detergent suction hose out of the casing.
Illustration I
Hang the detergent suction hose in a container with detergent solution.
Disconnect the spray lance from the high-pressure gun and work using the high-pressure gun only.
The detergent solution is mixed with the water jet during operation.

Recommended cleaning method

Spray the detergent sparingly on the dry surface and let it work for a while (do not let it dry).
Rinse off the loosened dirt with the high-pressure jet.

After operation with detergent

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

Interrupting operation

Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.
The device switches off when the lever is released.The high pressure in the system is retained.
Lock the lever of the high-pressure gun.
Illustration J
Switch the device off “0/OFF” during work breaks longer than 5 minutes.

Ending operation
CAUTION
Pressure in the system
Injuries from high-pressure water escaping uncontrollably Only disconnect the high-pressure hose from the highpressure gun or the device when the system is fully depressurised.

Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.
Close the water tap.
Press the lever of the high-pressure gun for 30 seconds. The pressure remaining in the system is discharged.
Release the lever of the high-pressure gun.
Lock the lever of the high-pressure gun.
Disconnect the device from the water supply.
Switch off the device “0/OFF”.
Pull the mains plug out of the socket.

Transport

CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during transportation.
Carrying the device

Lift up the device by the carrying handle, and carry it.

Transporting the device in a vehicle

Secure the device against slipping and tipping over.

Storage

CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during storage.
Storing the device

Place the device on a level surface.
Disonnect the high-pressure hose from the highpressure gun.
Disconnect the spray lance from the high-pressure gun.
Stow both spray lances and the high-pressure gun in the appropriate storage options.
Disconnect the high-pressure hose from the device.
Store the high-pressure hose on the device.
Stow the mains connection cable on the device.
Observe the additional notes before storing the device for a longer period of time, see chapter Care and service.

Frost protection
ATTENTION
Danger of frost
Incompletely emptied devices can be destroyed by frost.
Completely empty the device and accessories.
Protect the device from frost.
The following requirements must be satisfied:

The device is disconnected from the water supply.
The high-pressure hose is removed.
1. Switch the device on “I/ON”.
2. Wait for a maximum of 1 minute until no more water escapes from the high- pressure connection.
3. Switch off the device.
4. Store the device in a frost-protected room, together with all accessories.

Care and service

DANGER
Danger of electric shock
Injuries due to touching live parts Switch off the device.
Remove the mains plug.
The device is maintenance-free, i.e. you do not need to perform any maintenance work.
Clean the sieve in the water connection
ATTENTION
Damaged sieve in the water connection
Damage to the device through contaminated water Check the sieve for damage before inserting it in the water connection.
If necessary, clean the sieve in the water connection.

Remove the water connection coupling.
Pull the sieve out.
Clean the sieve under running water.
Illustration K
Insert the sieve into the water connection.

Clean the detergent filter
Clean the detergent filter before longer periods of storage.

Pull the filter off the detergent suction hose.
Clean the filter under running water.
Illustration L

Troubleshooting guide

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 authorised Customer Service.
DANGER
Danger of electric shock
Injuries due to touching live parts
Switch off the device.
Remove the mains plug.
Device not running

Press the lever of the high-pressure gun.
The device switches on.
Check that the voltage specified on the type plate corresponds to the voltage of the power source.
Check the mains connection cable for damage.

Device does not reach required pressure
The water supply is too low.

Open the water tap fully.
Check the water inlet for an adequate flow rate.
Check the setting at the spray lance.
Check that the maximum suction height is not exceeded.

The sieve in the water connection is dirty.

Pull the sieve in the water connection out using flatpliers.
Clean the sieve under running water. Illustration K

Air is in the device.

Vent the device:
a Switch on the device without a connected spray lance for a maximum of 2 minutes.
b Press the high-pressure gun and wait until the water escaping from the high- pressure gun is free of air bubbles.
c Connect the spray lance.

Strong pressure fluctuations

Clean the high-pressure nozzle:
a Use a needle to remove dirt from the nozzle drill.
b Rinse the high-pressure nozzle from the front with water.
Check the water supply volume.

Device leaking

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

Detergent is not sucked in

Disconnect the spray lance from the high-pressure gun and work using the high-pressure gun only.
Clean the filter on the detergent suction hose.
Check the detergent suction hose for kinks.

Warranty

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 defect is the cause. In a warranty case, please contact your dealer (with the purchase receipt) or the next authorised customer service site. (See overleaf for the address)

Technical data

Electrical connection| |
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Voltage| V| 220-240
Phase| –| 1
Frequency| Hz| 50-60
Current consumption| A| 6
Degree of protection| | IPX5
Protection class| | II
Power protection (slow-blowing)| A| 10
Water connection| |
Feed pressure (max.)| MPa| 1.
Input temperature (max.)| | 40
Input amount (min.)| 1/min| 7
Device performance data| |
Operating pressure| MPa| 7.
Max. permissible pressure| MPa| 11
Water flow rate| l/min| 5,2
Maximum flow rate| l/min| 6,0
Detergent flow rate| l/min| 0,3
High-pressure gun recoil force| N| 11
Dimensions and weights| |
Typical operating weight| kg| 4,2
Length| mm| 189
Width| mm| 252
Height| mm| 445
Determined values in acc. with EN 60335-2-79| |
Hand-arm vibration value| m/s2| 1,6
Uncertainty K| m/s2| 0,7
Sound pressure level LpA| dB(A)| 76
Uncertainty KpA| dB(A)| 3
Sound power level LWA +
uncertainty KWA| dB(A)| 92

EU Declaration of Conformity

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 Currently applicable EU Directives 2011/65/EU 2000/14/EC 2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC) 2014/30/EU Harmonised standards used EN 60335-1 EN 60335-2-79 EN 62233: 2008 EN 55014-1: 2017 + A11: 2020 EN 55014-2: 1997 + A1: 2001 + A2: 2008 EN 61000-3-2: 2014 EN 61000-3-3: 2013 EN IEC 63000: 2018 Applied conformity evaluation method 2000/14/EG: Annex V Sound power level dB(A) Measured: 89 Guaranteed: 92 The signatories act on behalf of and with the authority of the company management. KARCHER K 2 Compact Pressure Washer
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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, 2022/12/01

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