Operation - Kärcher K 5.55 M Operating Instructions Manual

High pressure hose
The high pressure hose is specially con-
structed with reinforced walls to handle wa-
ter pressure up to 13 MPa (1900 psi) - it can
be easily damaged and should be stored
carefully.
Do not kink.
Do not drive vehicles over the hose.
Do not expose the hose to sharp edges
or corners.
Misuse will lead to ballooning or premature
failure and will invalidate warranty.
Safety Devices
Caution
Safety devices protect the user and must
not be modified or bypassed.
Power switch
The appliance switch prevents unintention-
al operation of the appliance.
Lock trigger gun
This lock locks the lever of the trigger gun
and prevents the inadvertent start of the ap-
pliance.
Overflow valve with pressure switch
If the lever on the trigger gun is released
the pressure switch turns off the pump, the
high-pressure jet is stopped. If the lever is
pulled the pump is turned on again.
Prerequisites for the appliance's
stability
Caution
Create stability for the appliance prior to all
work on or with the appliance to prevent ac-
cidents or damage.
– The stability of the appliance is warrant-
ed when it is placed onto an even sur-
face.
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Operation

Before Startup
Mount loose parts delivered with appliance
prior to start-up.
Assemble appliance as shown on
page 13 and 14.
Figure A
Tools needed for installation (not supplied)
Figure B
Attach the accessory holder to the de-
vice.
Figure C
Attach the transport handle.
Insert holder for trigger gun.
Figure D
Attach support leg.
Figure E
Attach expanding rivet to axle.
Insert expanding rivet to axle.
Figure F
First push the transport wheel, and then
the sleeve onto the axle.
Figure G
Insert the axle into the bearings.
Figure H
Always hold against axle when performing
the following steps.
First push the sleeve and then the
transport wheel onto the axle.
Attach expanding rivet to axle.
Insert expanding rivet to axle.
Figure I
Attach the wheel caps.
Figure J
Push the high pressure hose into the
trigger gun until it locks audibly.
Note: Make sure the connection nipple
is aligned correctly.
Check the secure connection by pulling
on the high-pressure hose.
Water supply
According to the applicable regula-
tions, the appliance must never be
used on the drinking water supply
without a system separator. Use a