Karcher K 4 Operating Instructions Manual - page 6
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English
According to the applicable regula-
tions, the appliance must never be
used on the drinking water net with-
out a system separator. Use a suita-
ble system separator manufactured by
Kärcher; or, as an alternative, a system sepa-
rator as per EN 12729 Type BA.
Note: Impurities in the water can damage the
high-pressure pump and the accessories. For
protection, the use of the Kärcher water filter
(optional accessory, order no. 4.730-059) is
recommended.
Observe regulations of water supplier.
For connection values, see type plate/techni-
cal data.
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Use a fibre-reinforced water hose (not in-
cluded) with a standard coupling. (Mini-
mum diameter 1/2 inch (13 mm),
minimum length 7.5 m).
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Screw the coupling unit (supplied) to the
water connection on the appliance.
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Push the water supply hose onto the cou-
pling unit, then connect it to the water sup-
ply.
This high-pressure cleaner is suited to work
with the Kärcher suction hose with backflow
valve (Optional accessory, order no. 4.440-
238) to draw in surface water, e.g. from water
butts or ponds (see specifications for max.
suction height).
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Fill the Kärcher suction hose with backflow
valve with water, screw to water supply
and hang into he water butt.
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Separate the high pressure hose from the
high pressure connection point of the ap-
pliance.
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Switch the appliance on "I/ON" and oper-
ate until the water exits the high-pressure
connection without bubbles.
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Turn off the appliance "0/OFF".
Caution
Never operate the high-pressure cleaner
when the tap is turned off as dry running will
damage the high-pressure pump.
Figure L
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Connect the high pressure hose to the
high pressure connection of the appli-
ance.
Figure M
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Push the spray lance into the trigger gun
and fasten it by turning it through 90°.
Figure N
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Completely open the water tap.
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Insert the mains plug into the socket.
Figure O
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Turn on the appliance “I/ON”.
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Danger
The trigger gun is subjected to a recoil force
when the water jet is discharged. Make sure
that you have a firm footing and are also hold-
ing the trigger gun and spray lance firmly.
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Unlock the lever on the trigger gun.
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Pull on the lever of the trigger gun; the de-
vice will switch on.
Note: Release the lever of the trigger gun; the
device will switch off again. High pressure re-
mains in the system.
Carrying out the most common cleaning
tasks. The work pressure can be stagelessly
regulated between "Min" and "Max".
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Release the lever on the trigger gun.
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Turn the spray lance to the desired posi-
tion.
For strong contaminations.
Not suitable for use with detergents.
We recommend the Kärcher cleaning and
care program that will match the respective
cleaning requirements. Please seek consulta-
tion or request information on the subject.
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Use spray lance with pressure regulation
(Vario Power).
Water supply
Water supply from mains
Drawing in water from open reservoirs
Start up
Operation
Spray lance with pressure regulation
Spray lance with dirt blaster
Operation with detergent