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297 M plus
5.960-484
05.02 (NG 2002)

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  • Page 1 297 M plus 5.960-484 05.02 (NG 2002)
  • Page 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 set of pistons that force water through a small nozzle, thus creating a pressurised jet of water.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    INDEX APPLICATIONS ..........................SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................GETTING STARTED ......................3.1 Contents 3.2 Water Connection 3.3 Electrical Connection 3.4 Detergent OPERATING YOUR PRESSURE WASHER ......4.1 High Pressure Operation 4.2 Low Pressure Operation Without Brush 4.3 End Of Operation IMPORTANT – CARE AND MAINTENANCE ....

  • Page 4: Applications

    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, brickwork and guttering •...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE STARTING UP YOUR PRESSURE WASHER PLEASE CHECK 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 suitable hose connection (Hoselock/Gardena type) to match the coupling on the machine (hose and connector not supplied).

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    3. GETTING STARTED 3.1 Contents Upon opening the carton, if you do not have all the items as detailed please contact the Customer Helpline on 01295 752200. Assembly see Page19 1 Detergent suction hose chet (A) with filter 5 Coupling 9 Connection lead 2 Power switch (ON/OFF) 6 Spray lance with nozzle...

  • Page 7: Water Connection

    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 avoid backpressure and any associated potential damage to your machine.

  • Page 8: Detergent

    3.4 Detergent Only cleaning agents recommended by Karcher (UK) Ltd. should be used. Unsuitable detergents could damage your Pressure Washer and the object being cleaned. Recommended Detergents 1. The following cleaning agent may be used undiluted: Universal Cleaner ......Profi RM 555 ASF 2.

  • Page 9: Operating Your Pressure Washer

    4. OPERATING YOUR PRESSURE WASHER If you have followed all the instructions so far, you are now 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 •...

  • Page 10: High Pressure Operation

    4.1 High Pressure Operation • Ensure the Spray Lance (No.6) or the Dirt Blaster (No. 12) are attached securely to the Spray Gun (No.8). • Aim the lance towards the object to be cleaned making sure the recommended working distance is used for reference (See Page 9). Release the safety ratchet on the Spray Gun and squeeze the trig- ger.

  • Page 11: End Of Operation

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

  • Page 12: Important - Care And Maintenance

    5. IMPORTANT – CARE AND MAINTENANCE To ensure prolonged life and trouble-free use of your Karcher Pressure Washer we strongly recommend that you always adopt the following procedures: Water • Before use, always check the inlet filter for dirt or debris. •...
  • Page 13 • The high pressure hose of your Karcher Pressure Washer should not be mistreated. It is designed to withstand high pressure operation so vehicles should NOT run over it, nor should it be pulled across sharp or abrasive edges. These actions may weaken the hose and cause ballooning.

  • Page 14: Accessories / Spare Parts

    6. ACCESSORIES A wide range of popular accessories are available from your local store selling 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 brush to the hand gun, used in conjunction with RM555.
  • Page 15 6. SPARE PARTS In the event that your Karcher Pressure Washer requires replacement parts – please refer to the diagram below AND identify the particular model of your machine by reference to the data plate on the underside. Then telephone 0906 6800632 for assistance. 297 M-PLUS 2.880-296.0 5.037-137.0...
  • Page 16 7. PROBLEM CHECKLIST The machine you have chosen is of the highest quality. Correctly stored away from frost it should operate without problems. If a problem does arise, please check the following chart as a solution may be at hand. i t c i t c c i f...

  • Page 17: After Sales Service

    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 periods during the day when our consultants are unable to take all calls co- ming in.

  • Page 18: Technical Data

    9. TECHNICAL DATA Power Connection Voltage ............240 V -AC Current ............1~50 Connected/Load ..........1.3 Mains Fuse ............13 Water Connection Supply Temperature (Max) ........ 40 °C Supply Rate (Min) ..........500 litres per Hour Supply Pressure (Max) ........12 Supply Hose Length .........

  • Page 19: Assembly

    10. ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 20 EU Declaration of Conformity We hereby declare that the equipment described below conforms to the relevant fundamental safety and health re- quirements of the appropriate EU Directives, both in its ba- sic design and construction as well as in the version mar- keted by us.This declaration will cease to be valid if any modifications are made to the machine without our express approval.

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