Kärcher HDS 8/20 De Mode D'emploi page 16

Contents
General notes ......................................................
Intended use........................................................
Environmental protection.....................................
Accessories and spare parts ...............................
Safety instructions ...............................................
Symbols on the device ........................................
Safety devices .....................................................
Device description ...............................................
Initial startup ........................................................
Operation.............................................................
Transport .............................................................
Storage................................................................
Care and service .................................................
Troubleshooting guide .........................................
Warranty ..............................................................
Declaration of Conformity ....................................
Technical data .....................................................
General notes
Read the original instructions before us-
ing the device for the first time and act in
accordance with it. Keep the original in-
structions for future reference or for future owners.
● If the operating instructions and safety instructions
are not observed, the device can be damaged and
dangers could arise for users and other persons.
● Notify the dealer immediately in the case of shipping
damage.
● Check the package contents when unpacking for
missing accessories or for damage.
Intended use
Note
Applies to Germany only: The device is only intended
for mobile (not stationary) operation.
● This high-pressure cleaner is used especially where
no electrical connection is available and hot water is
to be used.
● The device is only intended for cleaning, e.g. ma-
chines, vehicles, buildings, tools, facades, terraces
and garden machines.
● We recommend using the dirt grinder as a special
accessory for stubborn dirt.
DANGER
Use at petrol stations or other hazard zones
Risk of injury
Adhere to the respective safety regulations.
Note
Do not allow waste water containing mineral oil to enter
the ground, water or sewage system. Carry out motor
washing or undercarriage wash only at suitable places
with an oil separator.
Water supply limit values
ATTENTION
Dirty water
Premature wear and tear or deposits in the device
Supply the device using only clean water, or recycled
water that does not exceed the specified limit values.
The following limit values apply to the water supply:
● pH value: 6.5-9.5
● Electrical conductivity: Conductivity of fresh water
+ 1200 µS/cm, maximum conductivity 2000 µS/cm
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● Settleable particles (sample volume 1 l, settling time
30 minutes): < 0.5 mg/l
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● Filterable particles: < 50 mg/l, no abrasive sub-
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stances
● Hydrocarbons: < 20 mg/l
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● Chloride: < 300 mg/l
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● Sulphate: < 240 mg/l
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● Calcium: < 200 mg/l
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● Total hardness: < 28 °dH, < 50° TH, < 500 ppm
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(mg CaCO /l)
3
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● Iron: < 0.5 mg/l
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● Manganese: < 0.05 mg/l
20 ● Copper: < 2 mg/l
● Active chloride: < 0.3 mg/l
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● Free of unpleasant odours
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Environmental protection
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The packing materials can be recycled. Please
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dispose of packaging in accordance with the en-
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vironmental regulations.
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Electrical and electronic devices contain valua-
ble, recyclable materials and often components
such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil,
which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can
pose a potential danger to human health and the envi-
ronment. However, these components are required for
the correct operation of the device. Devices marked by
this symbol are not allowed to be disposed of together
with the household rubbish.
Cleaning work producing in oily waste water, e.g.
washing engines, washing undercarriages etc.,
may only be performed at washing stations with an
oil separator.
Working with detergents may only be performed on
watertight surfaces with connection to the waste
water sewage system. Do not allow detergent to
enter waterways or the soil.
Extraction of water from public waterways is not
permitted in some countries.
Please do not allow engine oil, heating oil, diesel
and petrol to enter the environment.
Please protect the ground and dispose of old oil in
an environmentally friendly manner.
Notes on the content materials (REACH)
Current information on content materials can be found
at: www.kaercher.de/REACH
Accessories and spare parts
Only use original accessories and original spare parts.
They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and
safely.
Information on accessories and spare parts can be
found at www.kaercher.com.
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