Preparing the cleaner for use, Using the cleaner for the first time – Karcher HD 650 *GB User Manual
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2. Preparing the cleaner for use
Unpack the cleaner
• When unpacking the cleaner, check the
contents of the packaging. If there has been any
damage in transit inform the dealer.
• Do not dispose of the packaging with the
household rubbish, hand it in at the appropriate
collection point for recycling.
Check the oil level
See illustrations
1
to
3
at the end of the
instructions.
• Screw out the fastening screws on the left and
right of the unit cover, remove unit cover.
• Cut off the tip on the cover to the oil reservoir.
• Check the oil level in the oil reservoir.
• Fasten the unit cover.
Mount the accessories
See illustrations
4
to
6
at the end of the
instructions.
• Mount handle (screws and nuts supplied).
• Engage the holder for handgun at the side of the
handle.
• Mount nozzle on the spray lance (see markings
on the top of the setting ring).
• Mount spray lance on the handgun.
3. Using the cleaner for the first time
Electrical connection
Caution! The voltage specified on the model
rating plate must correspond to the voltage
supplied.
Caution! Use an extension cable whose cable
cross-section is adequate (10 m = 2.5 mm²,
30 m = 4 mm²) and unreel it completely from
the cable drum.
• For connected loads see model rating plate/
Technical Specifications
Water connection/suction feed
operation
Connection to water main
Caution! Pay attention to the regulations of the
water supply company; according to DIN 1988,
the cleaner may not be connected direct to the
public drinking water supply. A short-term
connection via a non-return valve (Order no.
6.412-578) is allowed.
For connected loads see Technical
Specifications.
• Connect a supply hose (not supplied) to the
water outlet (15) on the cleaner and to the water
inlet (e.g. water tap).
• Open water inlet.
Suctioning water from an open container
• Screw suction hose with filter (Order no.
4.440-238) to the water outlet (15).
Venting the unit
• To vent the unit, unscrew the nozzle and leave
the unit running until the water exits with no air
bubbles.
• Switch off the unit and screw the nozzle back
on.