Storage; Maintenance And Care; Storing The Appliance; Frost Protection - Kärcher K 2.21 M Operating Instructions Manual

Storage

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.
 Press the disconnect on the trigger gun
and remove the high pressure hose
from the trigger gun.
 Insert the trigger gun in its holder.
 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 is any water
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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Maintenance and care

Danger
Turn off the appliance and remove the
mains plug prior to any care and mainte-
nance work.
Maintenance
The appliance is maintenance free.
Prior to longer periods of storage, e.g. in
the winter:
 Remove filter from suction hose for de-
tergent and clean under running water.
 Pull out the sieve in the water connec-
tion using flat-nose pliers and clean un-
der running water.
 Pull out the fine filter in water connec-
tion using flat-nose pliers and clean with
running water.
Spare parts
Use only original spare parts. You will find
a list of spare parts at the end of these op-
erating instructions.
Special accessories
Special accessories expand the possibili-
ties of using your appliance. Please contact
your KÄRCHER dealer for further informa-
tion.
Care