Karcher BP 4.500 Garden Watering Pump Instruction Manual

Karcher BP 4.500 Garden Watering Pump

Specifications:

• Pump Types: BP 4.500 Garden, BP 5.000 Garden, BP 6.000 Garden, BP 7.000 Garden
• Net Voltage: 230-240 V
• Net Frequency: 50 Hz
• Power Consumption: 550 W
• Maximum Flow Rate: 4500 l/h
• Weight: 8 kg/m3 (minimum 2.5 kg)
• Maximum Pressure: 0.36 MPa (3.6 bar)
• Maximum Head: 35 m

Product Usage Instructions

Inbetriebnahme (Startup):

1. Vor der Inbetriebnahme (Before Startup): Remove closure plugs. Connect the adapter to the suction port of the pump.

2. Betrieb (Operation): Caution – System is pressurized!
   Make sure to follow the pressure guidelines mentioned in the technical data section.

3. Betrieb beenden (Shutdown): Safely shut down the system following recommended procedures.

Pflege und Wartung (Maintenance):

Regularly clean the intake area and check for any blockages or issues as described in the manual.

Fehler (Troubleshooting):

Steckdose ziehen. 2. Den
Ansaugbereich reinigen.
Der Ansaugschlauch oder der Anschlussadapter ist nicht korrekt
eingeschraubt.| Den Ansaugschlauch und den Anschlussadapter von Hand
festziehen.
Der Vorfilter ist verstopft.| Den Vorfilter reinigen.

Lagerung und Transport (Storage and Transport):

Follow specific guidelines for manual handling and transportation of the product to ensure safety and longevity.

FAQ

Q: What should I do if the pump is not working properly?

A: Check for any blockages in the intake area, ensure correct assembly of components, and clean or replace filters if necessary.

Q: How should I store the pump when not in use?

A: Store the pump in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. Follow the recommended storage guidelines provided in the manual.

Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. KG
Alfred-Kärcher-Str. 28 – 40
71364 Winnenden (Germany)
Tel.: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212
Winnenden, 2021/06/01

General notes

Read these original operating instructions and the enclosed safety instructions before using the device for the first time. Proceed accordingly.
Keep both books for future reference or for future owners.

Intended use

Please observe the requirements of EN 1717 when connecting this product to the drinking water network and contact your sanitation specialists if you have any questions.
This device has been developed for private use and is not intended for the load imposed by commercial use. The device is primarily intended for use in the garden and provides constant pressure for garden watering. When connecting sprinklers, a maximum of the following areas can be irrigated:

• BP 4.500 Garden: 400 m2
• BP 5.000 Garden: 550 m2
• BP 6.000 Garden: 900 m2
• BP 7.000 Garden: 1000 m2

CAUTION
Risk of injury!
Risk of injury from toxic substances.
Do not drink water that has been pumped by the pump!

Permissible feed fluids

• Processed water
• Well water
• Spring water
• Rain water
• Swimming pool water with intended dosage of additives
• The temperature of the delivered liquid must not exceed 35 °C.

Improper use
Note
The manufacturer accepts no liability for possible dam-age caused by improper use or incorrect operation.

Hazard levels

• DANGER
  Indication of an imminent threat of danger that will lead to severe injuries or even death.

• WARNING
  Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to severe injuries or even death.

• CAUTION
  Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to minor injuries.

• ATTENTION
  Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to damage to property.

Environmental protection

The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging in accordance with the en-vironmental regulations.
Electrical and electronic devices contain valua-ble, recyclable materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil, which – if handled or disposed of incorrectly – canpose a potential danger to human health and the envi-ronment. 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.

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

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 deal-er.

Warranty

The warranty conditions issued by our sales company responsible apply in all countries. We shall remedy pos-sible malfunctions on your device within the warranty period free of cost, provided that a material or manufac-turing 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)

Description of the device

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).
For the illustrations, refer to the graphics page

Illustration A

1. Cap, 2-way connection adapter
2. 2-way connection adapter for pumps G 1 (not in- cluded with BP 4.500 Garden)
3. Connection adapter for pumps G 1 (included twice with BP 4.500 Garden)
4. Sealing plug
5. Connection G 1 (33.3 mm) suction line (inlet)
6. Filling nozzle with cap
7. Connection G 1 (33.3 mm) pressure line (outlet) 8 ON/OFF switch
8. Water drain valve
9. **Tap connection G 1
10. **Coupling with Aqua Stop
11. **Coupling
12. **Syringe
13. *Suction hose set incl. 3.5 m ready-to-connect, vacuum-proof spiral hose with suction filter and back-flow stop
14. **Garden hose 1/2″ 20 m
15. Power supply cable with plug

• Only accessories included with Set and Set Plus. ** Only accessories included with Set Plus.

Startup

We recommend using only original Kärcher suction hos-es, filter components and hose connections. Using components from other manufacturers can lead to mal- functions when sucking the feed fluid, especially when using bayonet connection systems.

Before initial startup Preparation

• Remove the sealing plug.
• Screw the connection adapter into the suction con-nection of the pump (inlet). Manually tighten.
• Connect a vacuum-tight suction hose Illustration B

Note
If the water is dirty, we recommend fitting a pre-filter (see Special accessories) between the check valve and the suction hose.
Illustration C

Note
To shorten the re-suction time, use a suction hose with backflow stop. This prevents the suction hose from emptying after use (see Special accessories).

• Screw the connection adapter into the pressure con-nection of the pump (outlet). Manually tighten.
  Illustration D

• Open the filling nozzle cap.
  Illustration E

• Fill the pump with water until it overflows.
  Illustration F****

Operation

1. Plug the mains plug into a mains socket.

2. Switch the device on with the ON/OFF switch.

3. To shorten the suction time, raise the pressure hose approx. 1 m.
   Illustration I

4. Wait until the pump simultaneously sucks and delivers.
   CAUTION
   Danger due to dry running
   Dry running damages the pump.
   Do not let the pump run dry!

5. Do not leave the pump unattended during operation.
   ATTENTION
   Risk of injury. The system is pressurised!
   Risk of injury.
   (for pressure see chapter “Technical data”)

Ending operation

1. Switch off the device at the ON/OFF switch.
2. Pull the mains plug out of the socket

Care and maintenance

DANGER
Danger of electric shock.
Always switch the device off and disconnect the mains plug before working on the device.
The device is maintenance-free.

Rinse

Note
Rinse the pump with clear water after each use when pumping water with additives.

Transport

CAUTION
Risk of injury
Risk of injury from falling device.
When transporting the device, observe the weight of the device (see chapter Specifications) and secure it accordingly when transporting it in vehicles.

Manual transport

1. Roll up the cable.
2. Lift and carry the device by the carrying handle.

Transport in vehicles
Secure the device against slipping and tipping over.

CAUTION
Risk of injury
Risk of injury from falling device.
When transporting the device, observe the weight of the device (see technical data) and secure it accordingly when transporting it in vehicles

Storage

CAUTION
Failure to observe the weight
Risk of injury and damage
Be aware of the weight of the device during storage.
Store the device in a frost-protected place.

Storing the device

1. Depressurise the device by opening the water removal connected to the pressure side (e.g. opening the garden sprayer).

2. Empty the hoses.

3. Remove suction line and pressure line.

4. Drain the pump via the water drain valve.
   Illustration H

5. Store the device in a frost-protected place.

Special accessories

You will find the possible special accessories on the last page of these operating instructions.

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.

correct startup (see chapter

_Preparation_and Operation).

Dirt particles block the suction area.| 1.    Pull the mains plug out of the socket.

2.    Clean the suction area.

The suction hose or the connection adapter is not correctly screwed in.| 1. Check that the seals are fitted correctly.

2.    Manually tighten the suction hose and con- nection adapter.

The pre-filter is clogged.| 1. Clean the pre-filter.
The pump does not start up, or stops suddenly during operation| The power supply is disconnected.| 1. Check the fuses and the electrical connec- tions.
The pump capacity drops or is too low| The suction area is clogged.| 1.    Pull the mains plug out of the socket.

2.    Clean the suction area.

The delivery rate of the pump depends on the delivery head and the connected periphery.| 1. Observe the max. delivery head (see chap- ter Specifications), select a different hose diameter or a different hose length if nec- essary.
The cross-section on the pressure side is narrowed, e.g. due to the valve/ball tap not being fully open.| 1. Open the valve/ball tap completely.
The hose is kinked on the pressure side.| 1. Eliminate the kink points in the hose.
The pre-filter is clogged.| 1. Clean the pre-filter.

Specifications

| BP 4.500

Garden

| BP 5.000

Garden

| BP 6.000

Garden

| BP 7.000

Garden

---|---|---|---|---
BP 4.500

Garden Set Plus

| BP 5.000

Garden Set Plus

| BP 6.000

Garden Set Plus

|
| | | | |
Mains voltage| V| 230-240| 230-240| 230-240| 230-240
Power frequency| Hz| 50| 50| 50| 50
Nominal power| W| 550| 650| 1000| 1100
Maximum flow rate| l/h| 4500| 5000| 6000| 7000
Suction height (max.)| m| 8| 8| 8| 8
Solids content in water| kg/m3| >2,5| >2,5| >2,5| >2,5
Pressure (max.)| MPa (bar)| 0,36 (3,6)| 0,40 (4,0)| 0,45 (4,5)| 0,5 (5,0)
Delivery height (max.)| m| 35| 40| 45| 50
Delivery temperature (max.)| °C| 35,0| 35,0| 35,0| 35,0
Particle size (max.) of permissible feed fluids| mm| 1| 1| 1| 1
Pump type| | Jet| Jet| Jet| Jet
| | | | |
Sound pressure level LpA| dB(A)| 56| 58| 69| 68
Guaranteed sound power level LWA| dB(A)| 71| 73| 84| 83
Dimensions and weights| | | | |
Weight (without accessories)| kg| 6,4| 7,0| 9,7| 10,0

Note
Reason for exception according to regulation (EU)
2019/1781 Annex I Section 2 (12): (j)
Subject to technical modifications!

Characteristic curves

Declaration of Conformity

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: Pump
Type: 1.645-xxx
Currently applicable EU Directives
2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)
2014/30/EU
2000/14/EC
2011/65/EU
2009/125/EC

Commission Regulation(s)
(EU) 2019/1781

Harmonised standards used
EN 60335-1
EN 60335-2-41
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

Conformity evaluation procedure used
2000/14/EC: Annex V

Sound power level dB(A)
BP 4.500 Garden
Measured: 68
Guaranteed: 71
BP 5.000 Garden
Measured: 70
Guaranteed: 73
BP 6.000 Garden
Measured: 81
Guaranteed: 84
BP 7.000 Garden
Measured: 81
Guaranteed: 83
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-Str. 28 – 40 71364 Winnenden (Germany) Ph.: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212 Winnenden, 2021/06/01

Declaration of Conformity (UK)

We hereby declare that the product described below complies with the relevant provisions of the following UK Regulations, both in its basic design and construc-tion as well as in the version put into circulation by us. This declaration shall cease to be valid if the product is modified without our prior approval.
Product: Pump
Type: 1.645-xxx

Currently applicable UK Regulations
S.I. 2008/1597 (as amended)
S.I. 2016/1091 (as amended)
S.I. 2001/1701 (as amended)
S.I. 2012/3032 (as amended)
S.I. 2010/2617 (as amended)

Commission Regulation(s)
(EU) 2019/1781

Designated standards used
EN 60335-1
EN 60335-2-41
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 assessment procedure
S.I. 2001/1701 (as amended): Schedule 8

Sound power level dB(A)
BP 4.500 Garden
Measured: 68
Guaranteed: 71
BP 5.000 Garden
Measured: 70
Guaranteed: 73
BP 6.000 Garden
Measured: 81
Guaranteed: 84
BP 7.000 Garden
Measured: 81
Guaranteed: 83
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-Str. 28 – 40 71364 Winnenden (Germany) Ph.: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212 Winnenden, 2021/06/01

OPTIONAL SPECIAL ACCESSORY

Options suction side

Documents / Resources

| Karcher BP 4.500 Garden Watering Pump [pdf] Instruction Manual
948714, BP 5.000 Garden, BP 6.000 Garden, BP 7.000 Garden, BP 4.500 Garden Watering Pump, BP 4.500, Garden Watering Pump, Watering Pump, Pump
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References

• Cher - Official Site
• Cleaning equipment and pressure washers | Kärcher International
• Reinigungsgeräte und Hochdruckreiniger | Kärcher

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