Karcher 397 m plus - Manuals

Page 2 - THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A; KARCHER; PRESSURE WASHER; PLEASE READ THIS LEAFLET CAREFULLY; WHAT IS A PRESSURE WASHER?; Pressure Washer can be used for an endless list of applications; Karcher; domestic pressure washers are designed to run from a; Environmental Comment - Save water with high pressure.; The; Karcher; Pressure Washer is environmentally friendly enabling you; OR

2 THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A KARCHER PRESSURE WASHER PLEASE READ THIS LEAFLET CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR MACHINE. WHAT IS A PRESSURE WASHER? A Pressure Washer is essentially a powerful electric motor driving a setof pistons that force water through a small nozzle, thus creating apressurised jet...

Page 3 - INDEX

3 INDEX 1. APPLICATIONS ............................................................................................................................... 4 2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................... 5 3. GETTING STARTED ..............

Page 4 - The main applications for this product are; DOMESTIC; With the addition of; accessories, the list

4 1. APPLICATIONS The main applications for this product are DOMESTIC cleaning tasks: • Cars, motorbikes, caravans, boats and bicycles • Patio’s, fences, garden walls, pathways, driveways and house facades – particularly useful for cleaning block driveways • Removal of algae and moss from roofs, bri...

Page 5 - SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS; We recommend you purchase these items from a reputable store; • RCD plug and socket that will interrupt electrical supply in an; The insulation of the supply cable is not damaged; Safety Assurance

5 2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE STARTING UP YOUR PRESSURE WASHER PLEASECHECK YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING: We recommend you purchase these items from a reputable store • RCD plug and socket that will interrupt electrical supply in an emergency • A typical garden hose (minimum length 7.5 metres) with suita...

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6 3. GETTING STARTED 3.1 Contents Upon opening the carton, if you do not have all the items as detailedplease contact the Customer Helpline on 01295 752200. 1 Detergent suction hosewith filter 2 Power switch (ON/OFF) 3 High-pressure outlet 4 Water connection with fil-ter 5 Coupling 6 Spray lance wit...

Page 7 - Use the diagram on Page 6 for reference purposes; Electrical Connection; • Ensure the Power Switch (No. 2) is in the “OFF” position before

7 Please follow these instructions carefully for troublefree cleaning Use the diagram on Page 6 for reference purposes 3.2 Water Connection • The minimum length of supply hosepipe advised for maximum user convenience is 7.5 metres with a diameter of 12.5 mm (1/2") to avoidbackpressure and any as...

Page 8 - Recommended Detergents; The following cleaning agent may be used undiluted:

8 3.4 Detergent Only cleaning agents recommended by Karcher (UK) Ltd.should be used. Unsuitable detergents could damage yourPressure Washer and the object being cleaned. Recommended Detergents 1. The following cleaning agent may be used undiluted: Universal Cleaner .............................. Pro...

Page 9 - OPERATING YOUR PRESSURE WASHER; • Turn on the supply water and press the Spray Gun lever (No. 8) until; All accessories are bayonet fit, simply push in and twist; IT CAN BE CLOSER IF REQUIRED FOR PATIOS OR MASONERY; cannot be held responsible for any damaged caused.

9 4. OPERATING YOUR PRESSURE WASHER If you have followed all the instructions so far, you arenow ready to have fun cleaning the KARCHER way!!! • Turn on the supply water and press the Spray Gun lever (No. 8) until the water flows freely and removes all air locks from the hoses • You may now attach t...

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10 4.1 High Pressure Operation • Ensure the Spray Lance with Vario Power Nozzle (No. 6) or the Spray Lance with Dirt Blaster (No. 12) are attached securely to the Spray Gun(No. 8). • Set vario power nozzle to high pressure mode " + ". • Aim the lance towards the object to be cleaned making s...

Page 11 - We recommend the following cleaning method:; Finally, spray off the loosened dirt with the high pressure spray.; End Of Operation; • Switch off the pressure washer by the Power Switch (No. 2) and

11 We recommend the following cleaning method: Step 1: Remove loose dirt by washing over the surface to be cleaned with thehigh pressure jet. Step 2: Spray on the detergent and leave for 1-4 minutes, so assisting the easyremoval of fine dirt and associated greasy adhesions. Step 3: Finally, spray of...

Page 12 - IMPORTANT – CARE AND MAINTENANCE; Water

12 5. IMPORTANT – CARE AND MAINTENANCE To ensure prolonged life and trouble-free use of yourKarcher Pressure Washer we strongly recommendthat you always adopt the following procedures: Water • Before use, always check the inlet filter for dirt or debris. • Visually check to see if the nozzle is bloc...

Page 13 - IMPORTANT

13 The high pressure hose of your Karcher Pressure Washer should notbe mistreated. It is designed to withstand high pressure operation sovehicles should NOT run over it, nor should it be pulled across sharpor abrasive edges. These actions may weaken the hose and causeballooning. IMPORTANT REMEMBER...

Page 14 - Most accessories will be available from your local store selling

14 6. ACCESSORIES A wide range of popular accessories are available from your local storeselling Karcher Pressure Washers 2.638-817 Underbody Lance Extended lance with angled end and upward firing jet for cleaning under cars, gutters etc. 6.903-276 Car Wash Brush Simple bayonet fitting attaches the ...

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16 7. PROBLEM CHECKLIST The machine you have chosen is of the highest quality. Correctly storedaway from frost it should operate without problems. If a problem doesarise, please check the following chart as a solution may be at hand. In the unlikely event that you need to return your machine to your...

Page 17 - Alternatively you may write or e-mail to the address below:

17 8. Help-Line Karcher (UK) Limited operate a help-line allowing customers to dis-cuss any problems experienced with our products.The help-line operates during normal business hours, if you have dif-ficulty getting through, please understand that there are peak periodsduring the day when our consul...