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Karcher K 5.480 Operator's Manual

Summary of K 5.480

  • Page 1

    Operator manual high pressure washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 manual de usuario limpiador de alta presión . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 manuel d‘utilisation nettoyeur haute pression . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 5.965-834.0 (12/12) k 5.480

  • Page 2: Safety Alert Symbols

    2 english danger indicates “an imminently hazardous situ- ation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.” warning indicates “a potentially hazardous situa- tion which, if not avoided, could result in death or injury.” caution indicates “a potentially hazardous situa- tion which...

  • Page 3: Model Overview

    English 3 1 garden hose connector (female) 2 water inlet connector 3 water inlet with filter 4 on/off switch 5 high pressure hose 6 hose drum 7 storage for trigger gun 8 transport handle 9 crank 10 accessory storage 11 power cord with power plug 12 detergent tank (removeable) 13 wheels 14 trigger gu...

  • Page 4

    4 english warning when using this product basic precau- tions should always be followed, includ- ing the following: to reduce the risk of injury, close su- pervision is necessary when a prod- uct is used near children. Know how to stop the product and bleed pressures quickly. Be thor- oughly familia...

  • Page 5: Grounding Instructions

    English 5 not operate this pump with components rated less than 13800 kpa /2000 psi working pressure (including but not limited to spray guns, hose and hose connections). Before servicing, cleaning or removing any parts, shut off power and relieve pressure. This product must be grounded. If it shoul...

  • Page 6: Assembly Instructions

    6 english for more detailed information on how to assemble this pressure wash- er, please visit www.Karcherresidential.Com/ assembly step 1: step 2: step 3: push the high pressure hose into the trigger gun until it locks audibly. Note: make sure the connection nip- ple is aligned correctly. Check th...

  • Page 7: Operating Instructions

    English 7 step 1: insert the spray wand of your choice into the trigger gun. Press in against the spring tension and twist into locked position. Step 2: install the supplied connector to the unit’s water inlet. Step 3: screw the supplied garden hose con- nector on to the end of your garden hose. Ste...

  • Page 8: Using The Accessories

    8 english step 8: turn on the high pressure washer (i/ on). The motor starts only if the trigger of the gun is pulled and shuts off when the trigger is released. Warning to avoid serious injury never point spray nozzle at yourself, other per- sons or animals. Always test an inconspicuous area before...

  • Page 9: Working With Detergents

    English 9 detergents can only be applied at low pressure setting (mix). Step 1: install the vario power spray wand. Set the spray wand to the low pres- sure setting (mix). Step 2: fill the detergent tank with the se- lected detergent. Step 3: turn on the pressure washer (i). Pull trigger to operate ...

  • Page 10: Shutting Down & Clean-Up

    10 english step 1: release trigger and engage gun safety lock. Step 2: turn pressure washer to off (0) po- sition. Step 1: turn the switch to off (0) position and unplug cord from outlet. Step 2: turn off the water source. Step 3: press trigger to release water pres- sure. Step 4: release trigger an...

  • Page 11: Maintenance

    English 11 1: disconnect all water connections. 2: turn on the machine for a few sec- onds, until the water which had re- mained in the pump exits, turn off immediately. 3: do not allow high pressure hose to become kinked. 4: store the machine and accesso- ries in a room which does not reach freezin...

  • Page 12: Cleaning Tips

    12 english caution before cleaning any surface an in- conspicuous area should be cleaned to test spray pattern and distance for maximum cleaning results. If painted surfaces are peeling or chipping, use extreme caution as pressure washer may remove the loose paint from the surface. When using on sur...

  • Page 13: Equipment & Gardening Tools

    English 13 at high pressure in a sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 6-8 inches from the cleaning surface (distance should increase when rinsing pin-striping or other sensitive surfaces). Always clean from top to bottom and from left to right. For best results, wipe surface dry wi...

  • Page 14: Soft Clean Washing Brush

    14 english for more effortless cleaning of all smooth surfaces (painted, glass and plastic) try the kärcher ® rotating wash brush. Use it on your automobile, house siding or windows. The water pressure from your pressure washer causes the inner brushes to gently spin, making your cleaning job much e...

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    English 15 aution disconnect the machine from the power source before making any repair. Troubleshooting symptom cause solution motor will not start on/off switch is in the “off” (0) position. Turn switch to the “on” (i) posi- tion power cord is not plugged in. Plug in power cord. Electrical outlet ...

  • Page 16

    16 english no detergent. Detergent suction tube not properly connected to the machine. Check connection. Detergent is too thick. Dilute detergent, for best results use kärcher ® detergent. Filter on detergent suction tube is clogged. Run warm water through filter to remove debris. Damaged or clogged...