Karcher K 5 Compact - Manual (Page 19)

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Danger
The water jet that is emitted from the high-
pressure nozzle results in a repulsion power
acting on the hand spray gun. Make sure
that you have a firm footing and are also
holding the hand spray gun and spray lance
firmly.
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Danger
High-pressure jets can be dangerous if im-
properly used. The jet may not be directed
at persons, animals, live electrical equip-
ment or at the appliance itself.
Caution
Risk of damage! The appliance must only
be operated laying down (horizontal).
Caution
Car tyres, paint or sensitive surfaces such
as wood should not be cleaned with the dirt
blaster, as there is a risk of damage.
Caution
Risk of damage to the paintwork
When working with the washing brush, it
must be free of dirt or other particles.
Illustration
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Push the spray lance into the trigger
gun and fasten it by turning it through
90°.
 Unlock the lever on the trigger gun.
 Pull on the lever of the trigger gun; the
device will switch on.
Note: Release the lever of the trigger gun;
the device will switch off again. High pres-
sure remains in the system.
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Danger
The use of wrong detergents or chemicals
can compromise the safety of the appliance.
Please use exclusively KÄRCHER deter-
gents and care products to carry out the re-
spective cleaning task, as these were spe-
cifically developed for your appliance. The
use of other detergents and care products
may lead to premature wear and can inval-
idate your warranty claims. Please obtain
information at your local dealer or request
information directly from KÄRCHER.
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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
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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.
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After operation with detergent: Run the
machine for approximately 1 minute for
a clear rinse.
Operation
Working with detergent
Recommended cleaning method
Interrupting operation
Finish operation
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