Kärcher K 3 Mode D'emploi page 17

Interrupting operation
 Release the lever on the trigger gun.
Illustration
 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.
 Insert the trigger gun in its holder.
Finish operation
Caution
Only separate the high-pressure hose from
the trigger gun or the appliance while there
is no pressure in the system.
 After operation with detergent: Run the
machine for approximately 1 minute for
a clear rinse.
 Release the lever on the trigger gun.
 Turn off the appliance "0/OFF".
 Turn off tap.
 Press the lever on the trigger gun to re-
lease any remaining pressure in the
system.
Illustration
 Lock the lever on the trigger gun.
 Detach the appliance from the water
supply.
 Pull out the mains plug.
Transport
Caution
In order to prevent accidents or injuries,
keep in mind the weight of the appliance
during transport (see Specifications).
When transporting by hand
 Pull the appliance by its transport han-
dle.
When transporting in vehicles
 Empty detergent tank.
 Secure the appliance against shifting
and tipping over.
Caution
In order to prevent accidents or injuries,
keep in mind the weight of the appliance
when selecting a storage location for it (see
Specifications).
Storing the Appliance
Prior to extended storage periods, as dur-
ing the winter, also observe the instructions
in the Care section.
 Park the machine on an even surface.
 Push the casing of the quick coupling
for the high pressure hose toward the
rear and disconnect the high pressure
hose from the appliance.
 Press the disconnect on the trigger gun
and remove the high pressure hose
from the trigger gun.
 Insert the trigger gun in its holder.
 Engage the spray lance in its compart-
ment.
 Stow away the mains cable, the high-
pressure hose and accessory on the
appliance.
Frost protection
Caution
Protect the appliance and its accessories
against frost.
The appliance and its accessories can get
destroyed through frost if there are any wa-
ter residues in them. To avoid damage to
them:
 Completely drain all water from the ap-
pliance: Switch the appliance on with
detached high-pressure hose and de-
tached water supply (max. 1 minute)
and wait, until no more water exits at the
high-pressure connection. Turn off the
appliance.
 Store the appliance and the entire ac-
cessories in a frost-free room.
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