Karcher K 4 Compact - Manual (Page 19)

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Danger
The improper use of detergents can cause
severe injuries or toxication.
When using detergents, the material data
safety sheet issued by the detergent manu-
facturer must be adhered to, especially the
instructions regarding personal protective
equipment.
Illustration

Pull detergent suction hose as far as is
required out of the housing.
 Suspend end of detergent suction hose
in a container filled with detergent.
 Use spray lance with pressure regula-
tion (Vario Power).
 Turn the spray lance to "Mix" position.
Note: This will mix the detergent with
the water stream.
Optional

Fill the detergent solution in the deter-
gent tank of the foam nozzle (observe
dosage instructions on the packaging of
the detergent).
 Spray the detergent sparingly on the
dry surface and allow it to react, but not
to dry.
 Spray off loosened dirt with the high
pressure jet.
 Release the lever on the trigger gun.
 Lock the lever on the trigger gun.
 During longer breaks (more than 5 min-
utes), also turn the appliance off using
the "0/OFF" switch.
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Caution
Only separate the high-pressure hose from
the hand spray gun or the appliance when
there is no pressure in the system.
Caution
When disconnecting the supply or high
pressure hose, warm water may leak from
the connections after operation.
 After operation with detergent: Run the
machine for approximately 1 minute for
a clear rinse.
 Release the lever on the trigger gun.
 Turn off the appliance "0/OFF".
 Turn off tap.
 Press the lever on the trigger gun to re-
lease any remaining pressure in the
system.
 Lock the lever on the trigger gun.
 Disconnect the mains plug from the
socket.
 Detach the appliance from the water
supply.
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Caution
In order to prevent accidents or injuries,
mind the weight of the appliance during
transport (see technical data).
Illustration

Lift appliance by the carrying handle
and carry it.
Illustration

Pull out the transport handle until it au-
dibly snaps into place.
 Pull the appliance by its transport han-
dle.
 Secure the appliance against shifting
and tipping over.
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Caution
In order to prevent accidents or injuries,
mind the weight of the appliance when
choosing the storage location (see techni-
cal data).
Recommended cleaning method
Interrupting operation
Finish operation
Transport
When transporting by hand
When transporting in vehicles
Storage
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