KARCHER HD 5-11 C Car Wash Machine High Pressure User Manual

June 6, 2024
Karcher

KARCHER HD 5-11 C Car Wash Machine High Pressure

Device elements

Please unfold the front picture side




  1. Nozzle
  2. Marking of the nozzle
  3. Spray lance EASY!Lock
  4. Trigger gun EASY!Force
  5. Safety catch
  6. Trigger
  7. Safety lever
  8. High pressure hose EASY!Lock
  9. Rubber band (not with appliances with hose drum)
  10. Spray lance holder with clamping, for transportation
  11. Power switch
  12. Carrying handle
  13. Quiver for spray lance
  14. High-pressure connection EASY!Lock
  15. Handle
  16. Water connection
  17. Detergent suction hose with filter and detergent dosing
  18. Sieve
  19. Hose hub
  20. Union joint
  21. Wheel cap
  22. Skid/parking runner
  23. Nozzle rack for rotor nozzle (rotor nozzle is only included in the scope of delivery with model HD…Plus)
  24. Nozzle rack for triple nozzle
  25. Transport bracket for surface cleaner
  26. Unlocking device push handle
  27. Push handle, bottom (slid in)
  28. Push handle, top (extended)
  29. Storage compartment for hoses
  30. Cable clamp
  31. Spray lance holder without clamping
  32. Hose drum
  33. Crank
Colour coding
  • ­The operating elements for the cleaning process are yellow.­
  • The controls for the maintenance and service are light gray.

Safety instructions

  • Before first start-up it is definitely necessary to read the operating instructions and safety indications Nr. 5.951949.0!
  • Please follow the national rules and regulations for fluid spray jets of the respective country.
  • Please follow the national rules and regulations for accident prevention of the respective country. Fluid spray jets must be tested regularly and the results of these tests must be documented in writing.
  • The appliance/accessories must not be modified.
Hazard levels

DANGER
Pointer to immediate danger, which leads to severe injuries or death.
WARNING
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead to severe injuries or death.
CAUTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead to minor injuries.
ATTENTION
Pointer to a possibly dangerous situation, which can lead to property damage.

Symbols on the machine

High-pressure jets can be dangerous if improperly used. The jet may not be directed at persons, animals, live electrical equipment or at the appliance itself.
According to applicable regulations, the appliance must never be used on the drinking water net without a system separator. A suitable system separator by KÄRCHER or alternatively a system separator according to EN 12729 type BA must be used.

Water that was flowing through a system separator is considered non- drinkable.

Proper use

Use this high pressure cleaner exclusively for

– Cleaning using low pressure jet and detergent (for e.g. for cleaning machines, cars, buildings, tools),
– For cleaning using high pressure jet without detergent (for e.g. for cleaning facades, terraces, garden appliances).

For stubborn soiling we recommend the use of a rotor nozzle (only included in the scope of delivery with model HD…Plus)
Quality requirements for water:
ATTENTION
Only clean water may be used as high
pressure medium. Impurities will lead to increased wear and tear or formation of deposits in the appliance.
If recycled water is used, the following limit values must not be exceeded.

pH value 6,5…9,5
electrical conductivity * Conductivity fresh water +1200 μS/cm
settleable solids ** < 0,5 mg/l
total suspended solids *** < 50 mg/l
Hydrocarbons < 20 mg/l
Chloride < 300 mg/l
Sulphate < 240 mg/l
Calcium < 200 mg/l
Total hardness < 28 °dH

< 50 °TH
< 500 ppm (mg CaCO3/l)
Iron| < 0,5 mg/l
Manganese| < 0,05 mg/l
Copper| < 2 mg/l
Active chloride| < 0,3 mg/l
free of bad odours

  • Maximum total 2000 μS/cm
    ** Test volume 1 l, settling time 30 min
    *** no abrasive substances

Safety Devices

Safety devices serve for the protection of the user and must not be put out of operation or bypassed with respect to their function.

Pressure switch

If the pulling lever on the trigger gun is released the pressure switch turns off the pump, the high-pressure jet is stopped. If the pulling lever is pulled the pump is turned on again.

Environmental protection

| The packaging material can be recycled. Please do not throw the packaging material into household waste; please send it for recycling.
---|---
****| Old appliances contain valuable materials that can be recycled; these should be sent for recy- cling. Batteries, oil, and similar substances must not enter the environment. Please dispose of your old appliances using appro- priate collection systems.

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.

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

Before Startup

Attaching the Accessories
  • Attach the wheel caps.
    Note: The EASY!Lock system joins components with a quick-fasten thread solidly and securely with just one turn.

  • Mount the nozzle on the spray lance (marking on the adjustment ring at the top) and hand-tighten it (EASY!Lock).

  • Join the spray lance with the trigger gun and tighten until hand-tight (EASY!Lock).

  • Release the unlocking device of the push handle.

  • Pull the push handle out to its end position.

In devices without hose drum:

  • Join the high-pressure hose with trigger gun and high-pressure connection of the appliance and tighten until handtight (EASY!Lock).

In devices with hose drum:

  • Insert the crank in the hose drum shaft and lock it in.
  • Before rolling up, stretch out the high pressure hose.
  • Wind the high pressure hose in uniform layers on the hose drum by rotating the crank. Select the rotation direction in such a way that the high pressure hose does not get bent.
  • Join the high pressure hose with trigger gun and tighten until hand-tight (EASY!Lock).

Start up

⚠ WARNING
Risk of injury! Appliance, accessories, supply lines and connections must be in faultfree condition. If they are not in a perfect state then the appliance must not be used.

Electrical connection

DANGER Danger of injury by electric shock.

– It is imperative to connect the appliance to the electric mains by means of a plug.
It is forbidden to permanently connect the appliance to the power supply. The plug serves for the disconnection from the mains.
– The plug and coupling of the extension cable used must be watertight.
– Use the extension cord that has an adequate cross-section (see “Technical Data”) and unwind it fully from the cable drum.

For connection values, see type plate/technical data.

  • Unwind the mains cable and place it on the floor.
  • Insert the mains plug into a socket
Water connection

Connection to the water supply
WARNING
Observe regulations of water supplier. According to applicable regulations, the appliance must never be used on the drinking water net without a system separator. A suitable system separator by KÄRCHER or alternatively a system separator according to EN 12729 type BA must be used. Water that was flowing through a system separator is considered non-drinkable.

CAUTION
Always connect the system separator to the water supply, never directly to the appliance!

  • For connection values refer to technical specifications. Connect the supply hose (min. length 7.5 m, minimum diameter 1/2″) to the water connection point of the machine and at the water supply point (for e.g. a tap).

Note: The supply hose is not included.

  • Open the water supply.

Drawing in water from open reservoirs

  • Screw the suction hose with filter (order no. 4.440-238.0) to the water connection.

  • Appliance ventilation:
    Unscrew the nozzle from the spray lance.
    Switch on the appliance and let it run until the water exiting is bubble-free.
    Let the appliance run for 10 seconds – then switch off the appliance switch.
    Repeat the procedure several times.

  • Switch off the appliance and fit the nozzle again.

Operation

⚠ DANGER
Risk of explosion!
Do not spray flammable liquids.
If the appliance is used in hazardous areas (e.g. filling stations) the corresponding safety regulations must be observed.
Risk of injury! Hold the hand spray gun and the spray pipe firmly with both hands.
Risk of injury! The trigger and safety lever may not be locked during the operation.
Risk of injury! Contact Customer Service if the safety lever is damaged.
Risk of injury from high-pressure water jet.
Slide the safety catch on the trigger gun forward before performing any work with the appliance.
⚠ CAUTION
Clean engines only at places with corresponding oil separators (environmental
safety)

Opening/closing the trigger gun
  • To open the trigger gun: Actuate the safety lever and trigger.
  • To close the hand spray gun: Release the safety lever and trigger
High pressure operation

The appliance can be operated in a vertical or horizontal position.

Note:
The appliance is equipped with a pressure switch. The motor starts up only when the trigger gun is open.

  • Device with hose drum:
    Roll off the high pressure hose totally from the hose drum.

  • Set the appliance switch to “I”.

  • Release the trigger gun. To do so, push the safety catch towards the back.

  • Open the hand spray gun.

Select spray type
  • Close the hand spray gun.
  • Turn the casing of the nozzle till the desired symbol matches the marking.
    | High pressure circular spray (0°) for specially stubborn dirt
    ---|---
    | Flat low pressure spray (CHEM) for operating using de- tergents or cleaning at low pressure.
    | High pressure flat spray (25°) for large dirt areas
Operation with detergent

⚠ WARNING
Unsuitable detergents can cause damage to the appliance and to the object to be cleaned. Use only those detergents that have been approved by Kärcher. Observe the dosage and other instructions provided with these detergents. For considerate treatment of the environment use detergent economically. Follow the safety instructions for using detergents. Kärcher detergents ensure smooth functioning. Please consult us or ask for our catalogue or our detergent information sheets.

  • Take out detergent suck hose.
  • Adjust the suction volume of the detergent solution at the detergent filter.
  • Suspend end of suction hose in a container filled with detergent.
  • Set nozzle to “CHEM”.

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 highpressure ray. Set the suction flow on the detergent filter to the maximum quantity after operation. Start the appliance and rinse for one minute.

Interrupting operation
  • Close the hand spray gun. The appliance switches off.
  • Secure the trigger gun. To do so, push the safety catch towards the front.

Note:

When switching off the appliance, the water pressure is reduced by approx. 70%. This reduces the actuating force of the hand spray gun and the service life of the appliance is increased.

After the interruption:

  • Shut off water supply.
  • Open the hand spray gun.
  • Switch on the pump with the power switch and allow to run for about 5-10 seconds.
  • Close the hand spray gun.
  • Set the appliance switch to “0/OFF“.
  • Pull main plug out of socket with dry hands only.
  • Remove water connection.
  • Activate hand spray gun until device is pressure less.
  • Secure the trigger gun. To do so, push the safety catch towards the front.
Storing the Appliance
  • Place the spray lance with the trigger gun into the quiver for the spray lance and snap it into place in the spray lance holder.

  • Wind the connection cable around the cable holder.

  • Coil up the high pressure hose, hang it over the hose rack and secure it by means of the rubber band.
    or
    Coil up the high-pressure hose on the hose drum. Fold down the handle of the crank.

  • Fasten the plug with the mounted clip.

  • Press the unlocking device of the push handle and slide the push handle in.

Frost protection

ATTENTION
Frost will destroy the not completely water drained device.
Store the appliance in a frost free area.

  • Drain water.
  • Pump in conventional frost protection agents through the appliance.

Note:
Use normal glycol-based anti-freezing agents for automobiles.
Observe handling instructions of the antifreeze agent manufacturer.

  • Operate device for max. 1 minute until the pump and conduits are empty.

Transport

CAUTION
Risk of personal injury or damage! Mind the weight of the appliance during transport.
⚠ ATTENTION
Protect the trigger from damage during transport.

  • In order to transport the appliance over longer distances, pull it behind you holding on to the push handle.
  • In order to carry the appliance, hold on to the handles.
  • In order to climb stairs, pull the appliance up step by step. The skids protect the casing from damage.
  • When transporting in vehicles, secure the appliance according to the guidelines from slipping and tipping over.
Transport bracket for surface cleaner
  • Attach the connecting piece of the surface cleaner to the bolt at the high pressure cleaner.
  • Screw on the union nut by approx. 1 rotation.
Transport by crane
  • Attach the lifting device to the carrying handle of the appliance.

Safety information about cranes

⚠ DANGER
Risk of injury due to machine dropping.

  • Adhere to the local accident prevention guidelines and safety notes.
  • Check the carrying handle for damage prior to every transportation by crane.
  • Check the lifting unit for damage prior to each transport by crane.
  • Only lift the appliance using the carrying handle.
  • Do not use stop chains.
  • Protect the lifting device from inadvertent load release.
  • Remove spray lance with trigger gun, nozzles, surface cleaner and other loose objects prior to transportation by crane.
  • Do not transport any articles on the appliance during the lifting process.
  • The appliance must only be transported by properly trained crane personnel.
  • Do stand below the load.
  • Ensure that no persons are present in the immediate vicinity of the crane.
  • Do not leave the appliance on the crane unattended.

Storage

⚠ CAUTION
Risk of personal injury or damage! Consider the weight of the appliance when storing it.
This appliance must only be stored in interior rooms.

Care and maintenance

⚠ DANGER
Risk of injury by inadvertent startup of appliance and electrical shock. Prior to all work on the appliance, switch off the appliance and pull the power plug.

Safety inspection/ maintenance contract

You can sign with your dealer a contract for regular safety inspection or even sign a maintenance contract. Please take advice on this matter.

Before each use
  • Check connection cable for damages (risk of electrical shock); get the damaged connection cable replaced immediately by an authorised customer service person/ electrician.

  • Check the high pressure hose for damages (risk of bursting).
    Please arrange for the immediate exchange of a damaged high-pressur hose.

  • Check appliance (pump) for leaks.
    3 drops per minute are permitted and can come out from the lower side of the appliance. Call Customer Service if there is heavy leakage.

Weekly
  • Clean the sieve in the water connection.
  • Clean filter at the detergent suck hose
Every 500 operating hours, at least annually
  • Have the maintenance of the device performed by the customer service.
Clean the sieve in the water connection
  • Unscrew the covering nut.
  • Pull out the hose nipple with the sieve.
  • Clean the sieve from the outside and rinse it.

Note:
Align the hexagon of the hose nipple in the appliance for connection.

  • Insert the hose nipple with the sieve and tighten the union nut.

Troubleshooting

DANGER
Risk of injury by inadvertent startup of appliance and electrical shock.
– Prior to all work on the appliance, switch off the appliance and pull the power plug.
– Get the electrical components checked and repaired only by authorised customer service persons.
– Contact an authorised customer service person in case of problems not mentioned in this chapter or if you are in doubt or when you have been explicitly asked to do so.

Appliance is not running
  • Check connection cable for damages.

  • Check the supply voltage.

  • If the appliance is overheated:
    Set the appliance switch to “0”.
    Allow machine to cool down at least for 15 minutes.
    Set the appliance switch to “1”.

  • Call Customer Service in case of electrical defects.

Pressure does not build up in the appliance
  • Set nozzle to “High pressure”.
  • Deaerate the appliance (see “Start-up”)
  • Clean the sieve in the water connection.
  • Check water supply level (refer to technical data).
  • Clean the nozzle.
  • Replace the nozzle.
  • Contact Customer Service if needed.
Pump leaky

3 drops of water per minute are permitted and can leak from the bottom of the appliance.

  • With stronger leak, have device checked by customer service.
Pump is vibrating
  • Check suction pipes for water and detergent and ensure that they are leakproof.
  • Set the suction flow on the detergent filter to the minimum quantity.
  • Deaerate the appliance (see “Start-up”)
  • Contact Customer Service if needed.
Detergent is not getting sucked in
  • Set nozzle to “CHEM”.
  • Increase the suction flow at the detergent filter.
  • Check/ clean detergent suction hose with filter.
  • Contact Customer Service if needed.

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.

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: 1.520-xxx
Relevant EU Directives
2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)
2014/30/EU
2000/14/EC
Applied harmonized standards
EN 60335–1
EN 60335–2–79
EN 55014–1: 2006+A1: 2009+A2: 2011
EN 55014–2: 2015
EN 62233: 2008
EN 61000–3–2: 2014
EN 61000–3–3: 2008
HD 5/12 C, HD 5/12 CX, HD 513 C, HD 5/
13 CX
EN 61000–3–11: 2000
HD 5/15 C, HD 5/15 CX, HD 5/17 C, HD 5/
17 CX, HD 6/13 C, HD 6/13 CX
Applied conformity evaluation method
2000/14/EC: Appendix V
Sound power level dB(A)
HD 5/12 C, HD 5/13 C, HD 5/15 C, HD 5/17
C, HD 6/13 C
Measured: 86
Guaranteed: 88
HD 5/12 CX, HD 5/13 CX, HD 5/17 CX, HD
6/13 CX
Measured: 89
Guaranteed: 92
HD 5/15 CX
Measured: 87
Guaranteed: 90

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

Authorised Documentation Representative S. Reiser

Alfred Kärcher GmbH Co. KG
Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 – 40
71364 Winnenden (Germany)
Phone: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212

Winnenden, 2017/03/01

Technical specifications

Type HD 5/11 C HD 5/12 C HD 5/12 C HD 5/12 C
HD 5/12 CX HD 5/12 CX HD 5/12 CX
AU EU GB CH

Main Supply
Voltage| V| 240| 230| 230…240| 230
Current type| Hz| 1~ 50
Connected load| kW| 2,1| 2,5| 2,5| 2,2
Protection (slow, char. C)| A| 10| 16| 13| 10
Type of protection| —| IPX5
Extension cord 30 m| mm2| 2,5
Water connection
Max. feed temperature| °C| 60
Min. feed volume| I/min| 12
Suck height from open con- tainer (20 °C)| m| 0,5
Max. feed pressure| MPa| 1
Performance data
Operating pressure of water (using standard nozzle)| MPa| 11| 12| 12| 11,5
Size of standard nozzle| —| 038| 035| 035| 038
Max. operating over-pressure| MPa| 17,1| 17,5| 17,5| 17,1
Water flow rate| I/min| 8,3
Detergent suck in| l/h| 0…25
Max. recoil force of trigger gun| N| 21,3
Values determined as per EN 60335-2-79
Hand-arm vibration value| m/s2| 3,6
Uncertainty K| m/s2| 0,9
Sound pressure level LpA (CX)| dB(A)| 72 (75)
Uncertainty KpA| dB(A)| 3
Sound pressure level LWA + Uncertainty KWA (CX)| dB(A)| 88 (92)
Dimensions and weights
Length| mm| 380
Width (CX)| mm| 360 (370)
Height| mm| 930
Typical operating weight (CX)| kg| 24,2| 23,7 (26)
Type| HD 5/12 C| HD 5/12 C| HD 5/12 C| HD 5/13 C
---|---|---|---|---
HD 5/12 CX| | | HD 5/13 CX
| AU| KAP| SA| EU
Main Supply
Voltage| V| 240| 220| 230
Current type| Hz| 1~ 50| 1~60| 1~50
Connected load| kW| 2,2| 2,4| 2,6
Protection (slow, char. C)| A| 10| 15| 13| 16
Type of protection| —| IPX5
Extension cord 30 m| mm2| 2,5
Water connection
Max. feed temperature| °C| 60
Min. feed volume| I/min| 12
Suck height from open container (20 °C)| m| 0,5
Max. feed pressure| MPa| 1
Performance data
Operating pressure of water (us- ing standard nozzle)| MPa| 11,5| 12| 13
Size of standard nozzle| —| 038| 036| 034
Max. operating over-pressure| MPa| 17,1| 18| 17,5
Water flow rate| I/min| 8,3
Detergent suck in| l/h| 0…25
Max. recoil force of trigger gun| N| 21,3| 22,2
Values determined as per EN 60335-2-79
Hand-arm vibration value| m/s2| 3,6| 4,2| 3,6
Uncertainty K| m/s2| 0,9
Sound pressure level LpA (CX)| dB(A)| 72 (75)| 74| 72 (75)
Uncertainty KpA| dB(A)| 3
Sound pressure level LWA + Uncer- tainty KWA (CX)| dB(A)| 88 (92)| 90| 88 (92)
Dimensions and weights
Length| mm| 380
Width (CX)| mm| 360 (370)
Height| mm| 930
Typical operating weight (CX)| kg| 24,2 (26,4)| 25,2| 23,7 (26)
Type| HD 5/15 C| HD 5/17 C| HD 5/17 C| HD 6/13 C
---|---|---|---|---
HD 5/15 CX| HD 5/17 CX| HD 5/17 CX| HD 6/13 CX
| EU| EU| KAP| EU
Main Supply
Voltage| V| 230| 220| 230
Current type| Hz| 1~ 50| 1~60| 1~ 50
Connected load| kW| 2,8| 3,0| 3,0| 2,9
Protection (slow, char. C)| A| 16| 15| 16
Type of protection| —| IPX5
Extension cord 30 m| mm2| 2,5
Water connection
Max. feed temperature| °C| 60
Min. feed volume| I/min| 12| 13
Suck height from open contain- er (20 °C)| m| 0,5
Max. feed pressure| MPa| 1
Performance data
Working pressure of water us- ing standard nozzle (CX)| MPa| 15 (15)| 17 (17)| 16,5 (16,5)| 13 (13)
Size of standard nozzle| —| 032| 027| 030| 038
Max. operating over-pressure| MPa| 20| 19
Water flow rate| I/min| 8,3| 8,1| 8,0| 9,8
Detergent suck in| l/h| 0…25
Max. recoil force of trigger gun| N| 23,8| 25,4| 26,6
Values determined as per EN 60335-2-79
Hand-arm vibration value| m/s2| 2,4| 4,1
Uncertainty K| m/s2| 0,7| 0,9
Sound pressure level LpA (CX)| dB(A)| 72 (74)| 72 (75)| 75| 72 (75)
Uncertainty KpA| dB(A)| 3
Sound pressure level LWA + Un- certainty KWA (CX)| dB(A)| 88 (90)| 88 (92)| 91 (91)| 88 (92)
Dimensions and weights
Length| mm| 380
Width (CX)| mm| 360 (370)
Height| mm| 930
Typical operating weight (CX)| kg| 25,2 (27,5)
Type| HD 6/13 C| HD 6/13 C| HD 6/13 C| HD 6/13 C
---|---|---|---|---
| HD 6/13 CX| |
| AR| GB| KAP| SA
Main Supply
Voltage| V| 220| 230…240| 220
Current type| Hz| 1~50| 1~ 60
Connected load| kW| 2,9| 2,9| 2,8
Protection (slow, char. C)| A| 16| 13| 15| 13
Type of protection| —| IPX5
Extension cord 30 m| mm2| 2,5
Water connection
Max. feed temperature| °C| 60
Min. feed volume| I/min| 13
Suck height from open container (20 °C)| m| 0,5
Max. feed pressure| MPa| 1
Performance data
Operating pressure of water (us- ing standard nozzle)| MPa| 13| 12,5
Size of standard nozzle| —| 038| 042| 043
Max. operating over-pressure| MPa| 19| 18
Water flow rate| I/min| 9,8| 10,0
Detergent suck in| l/h| 0…25
Max. recoil force of trigger gun| N| 26,6
Values determined as per EN 60335-2-79
Hand-arm vibration value
Hand-arm vibration value| m/s2| 4,1| 3,7
Uncertainty K| m/s2| 0,9
Sound pressure level LpA (CX)| dB(A)| 72 (75)| 73
Uncertainty KpA| dB(A)| 3
Sound pressure level LWA + Un- certainty KWA (CX)| dB(A)| 88 (92)| 89
Dimensions and weights
Length| mm| 380
Width (CX)| mm| 360 (370)
Height| mm| 930
Typical operating weight (CX)| kg| 25,2 (27,5)| 25,2

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