Start Up; Power Connection; Operation; Safety Instructions - Kärcher HDS 9/16-4 ST Gas Mode D'emploi

WARNING
Risk of injury! Appliance, accessories, supply lines and connec-
tions must be in fault-free condition. If they are not in a perfect
state then the appliance must not be used.

Power connection

– For connection values, see technical data and type plate.
– The electrical connections must be done by an electrician ac-
cording to IEC 60364-1.
DANGER
Danger of explosion! Do not spray flammable liquids.
DANGER
Risk of injury! Never use the appliance without the spray lance at-
tached. Check and ensure proper fitting of the spray lance prior
to each use. The screw connection of the spray lance must be fin-
ger-tight.
DANGER
Risk of injury! Hold the hand spray gun and the spray pipe firmly
with both hands.
DANGER
Risk of injury! The trigger and safety lever may not be locked dur-
ing the operation.
DANGER
Risk of injury! Contact Customer Service if the safety lever is
damaged.

Safety instructions

The operator must use the appliance correctly. When working
with the appliance, he must consider the local conditions and pay
due care and attention to other persons, in particular children,
who are nearby.
Never leave the appliance unattended when it is in operation.
DANGER
– Danger of scalding by hot water! Do not direct the water jet on
persons or animals.
– Risk of burns on account of hot surfaces! Do not touch uninsu-
lated pipes and hoses when hot water operations are on. Hold
the jet pipe only at the handles. Do not touch the exhaust holder
of the continuous heater.
– Risk of poisoning or itching on account of detergent! Follow the
given instructions for using detergents. Store detergents safely
and protect them against access by unauthorised persons.
DANGER
Risk to life on account of electric shock! Do not direct the water
jet on the following equipment:
– Electrical appliances and plants,
– the unit itself,
– all electricity-carrying parts in the working area.
There is a recoil pressure arising from the water jet that comes
out from the spray pipe. The angular spray pipe brings about an
upward force.
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Start up

Operation

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DANGER
– Risk of injury! The recoil pressure of the spray lance can
throw you off balance. You may fall. The spray lance can fly
off and cause damage to persons. Search for a secure place
to stand and hold the gun firmly.
– The jet must not be directed at other persons or directed by
the user at him/herself to clean clothing or footwear.
– Risk of injury from parts flying off! Flying-off fragments or ob-
jects can injure people or animals. Never direct the water jet
on fragile or loose objects.
– Risk of accident on account of damage! Clean tyres and
valves from a minimum distance of 30 cm.
WARNING
Danger from substances that are harmful to health! Do not spray
the following materials as they can swirl up substances that are
harmful to health:
– Materials containing asbestos,
– Materials that could contain substances harmful to health.
DANGER
– Risk of injury on account of the emanating water jet that could
be hot! Only original Kaercher high pressure hoses are opti-
mally suited for the plant. No guarantee can be given if you
use any other hoses.
– Detergents can prove to be a health hazard! If any detergents
are added, the water let out of the plant is not of potable qual-
ity.
– Risk of hearing impairment while working on noise-making
parts! If so, wear ear plugs.
Opening/closing the trigger gun
 To open the trigger gun: Actuate the safety lever and trigger.
 To close the hand spray gun: Release the safety lever and
trigger.
DANGER
Risk of injury! Switch the appliance off prior to replacing nozzle
and activate hand spray gun until device is pressureless.
 Secure the trigger gun. To do so, push the safety catch to-
wards the front.
 Replacing the nozzle.
Making the plant ready for operations
DANGER
Risk of injury on account of the emanating water jet that could be
hot!
DANGER
Check the high pressure hose for damage before every use.
Please arrange for the immediate replacement of a damaged
high pressure hose.
 Check high pressure hose, pipe connections, fittings and wa-
ter jet for damage every time before use.
 Check hose coupling to ensure that it sits firmly and is leak-
proof.
ATTENTION
Risk of damage on account of dry running.
 Check filling level of the detergent container and refill if re-
quired.
 Check softener fluid level and refill if necessary.
Switch-off in case of emergency
 Turn the appliance switch (A) to "0".
 Shut off water supply.
 Activate trigger gun until device is pressure-less.
 Close the gas inlet.
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Replace the nozzle