Karcher HDS 2000 - Manual (Page 13)

HDS 2000 Super
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GB 6. Care and maintenance
6.2 Visual Inspection
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Checking the connector cable
The connector cable must not be damaged
(risk of electricution). A damaged connector
cable must be replaced immediately by an
authorized Customer Service/qualified elec-
trician.
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Check the high-pressure hose
The high-pressure hose must not be damaged
(risk of bursting). A damaged high-pressure
hose must be replaced immediately.
6.3 Cleaning the fuel Tank
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Remove the tank from the appliance (first
unscrew the handle, appliance hood and cover
from the switch box).
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Dispose of the remaining fuel.
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Rinse out the tank thoroughly. If you rinse out
the tank with water, allow it to dry completely.
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Replace the fuel filter.
6.4 Pump leaks
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3 drops per minute are permissible. You
should contact customer service if the leakage
is more rapid.
6.5 Changing the oil
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If the oil is milky (water in the oil), contact
customer service immediately.
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Unscrew the oil drain plug and dispose of the
old oil via an authorized collecting point
(protection of the environment).
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When the oil has completely drained, screw
the oil drain plug back in and slowly pour in oil
up to the “MAX” position on the oil tank (air
bubbles must escape).
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See technical data, chapter 3 for quantity and
type of oil.
6.6 Cleaning the Strainer Upstream of
the Low-water Safety Device
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Unscrew the high-pressure hose from the
pump head at the safety block.
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Rotate an M8 screw into the strainer hole and
use it to pull the strainer out.
6.7 Protection from frost
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Frost will damage the appliance if it is not
drained completely of water. In winter the
appliance should be kept in a room which is
above freezing point. Otherwise, it is
recommended to drain the appliance or rinse
it thoroughly with anti-freeze.
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Draining the appliance
– Unscrew the water intake hose and high-
pressure hose from the appliance.
– Unscrew the supply line from the base of
the boiler and allow the heating element to
drain.
– Allow the appliance to run for a max. of
1 minute until the pump and the lines have
drained.
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Anti-freeze
During extended down-time periods, it is
recommended to pump an anti-freeze through
the appliance. This also protects the appliance
to a certain degree from corrosion.
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Observe the following if the unit is connected
to a flue:
Danger of damage caused by cold air entering
through the flue. Disconnect unit from flue at
outside temperatures below 0°C.