Operation; Water Connection - Kärcher HD 1050 B Manual

 Install the nozzle on the spray pipe in
such a way that the marking is on the
top.
 Tighten covering nut firmly.
 Connect the high pressure hose to the
high pressure connection point of the
machine.

Water connection

For connection values refer to technical
specifications
 Connect the supply hose (minimum
length 7.5 m, minimum diameter 3/4") to
the water connection point of the ma-
chine and at the water supply point (for
e.g. a tap).
 Open the water supply.
Note: The supply hose is not included.
Suck in water from vessel
Danger
Never suck in water from a drinking water
container. Never suck in liquids which con-
tain solvents like lacquer thinner, petrol, oil
or unfiltered water. The sealings within the
device are not solvent resistant. The spray
mist of solvents is highly inflammable, ex-
plosive and poisonous.
 Connect suction hose (minimum diame-
ter 3/4") with filter (accessory) to the
water connection point.
 Set dosing value for detergent to "0".
 Remove air from appliance before oper-
ation.
Dearating the appliance
 Open the water supply.
 Start the engine according to the oper-
ating instructions of the engine manu-
facturer.
 To dearate the appliance, unscrew the
nozzle and allow the appliance to run
until the water exits in a bubble-free
state.
 Switch off the appliance and fit the noz-
zle again.
Danger
Risk of explosion!
Do not spray flammable liquids.
Danger
Risk of injury! Never use the appliance
without the spray lance attached. Check
and ensure proper fitting of the spray lance
prior to each use. The screw connection of
the spray lance must be fingertight.
Danger
Place the appliance on firm surface.
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The high pressure cleaner must not be
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used by children. (Risk of accident on ac-
count of improper use of the appliance).
The high pressure spray generates high
–
levels of noise when the appliance is in
use. Risk of hearing impairment. Al-
ways use proper ear-protection aids
while working with the appliance.
The water jet coming out of the high
–
pressure nozzle causes the gun to re-
coil. Further, an angular spray pipe can
cause additional torque. Hence hold
the spray pipe and gun firmly.
Never direct the water jet on to persons,
–
animals, the appliance itself or electrical
components.
Vehicle tyres/ tyre valves may be
–
cleaned only with a minimum spray dis-
tance of 30 cm. Otherwise, the high
pressure spray can cause damage to
the vehicle tyre/ tyre valve. The discol-
ouring of the tyre is the fhe first sign of
damage. Damaged vehicle tyres are a
source of danger.
Do not spray materials contains asbestos
–
or other health-hazardous substances.
The operator must wear proper safety
–
gear to be protected against the water
sprays.
Pay attention to ensure that all screws
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of all connecting hoses are tightened
properly.
The lever of the hand spray gun must
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not be locked during the operation.
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