Karcher SCP 5000 - Manual (Page 13)

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Illustration

Screw the hose connection onto the
pump and make sure that the flat seal is
installed in the hose connection.
Note
The shorter the hose, the higher the feed
rate.

Push the hose on the hose connection
and fasten it with appropriate hose clip
 In automatic mode, the switching height
is already predefined by the length of
the level sensor cable.
Illustration

In manual operations mode, align the
level sensor upward (cable pointing
downward). Tip: Push the cable of the
level sensor like a loop through the han-
dle and position the level sensor as
shown.
Illustration

Place the pump on a level, stabile sur-
face in the liquid to be transported, en-
sure that it is standing firmly or immerse
it using a rope tied to the handle.
The suction area should not be blocked
fully or partially through the impurities.
The fluid level must be at least 3 cm (SCP
5000) or 8 cm (SCDP 5000) for the pump to
suck in automatically.

Insert the mains plug into the socket.
In the automatic mode, the level switch au-
tomatically controls the pumping opera-
tions. The pump starts when the fluid level
reaches a certain height.
The pump is shut off starts when the fluid
level falls to a certain level.
Ensure that the level sensor is not obstruct-
ed in any way.
In manual opertions the pump remains
switched on continuously.
Note:
Dry run leads to increased wear and tear;
do not leave the pump unattended when it
is running. Switch off the pump within 3
minutes of dry running.
 Rinse the pump with clean water after
use.
Especially after running chlorinated wa-
ter or other liquids that leave residue
behind.
Note
Contaminations can accumulate and lead
to malfunctions.

Disconnect the main plug from the
socket.
The appliance is maintenance-free.
Preparing the Appliance
Operation
Automatic operation
Manual operation
Finish operation
Maintenance and Care
Maintenance
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