Kärcher 397 M plus Manuel utilisateur

5.960-217 11/01

260 M plus

1 On/Off Switch

2 Detergent outlet connection

3 High-pressure outlet

4 Inlet Water Connection (with Strainer)

5 Hosepipe Connector

6 Detergent suction tube

7 Spray lance with high-pressure nozzle

8 Dirt blaster

9 Washing Brush

10 High-pressure hose

11 Spray gun with safety Lock device (A)

12 Mains Electric Lead with Plug

13 Transport Handle

Beforefirstuseoftheunitreadtheseoperatinginstructionsand

actinaccordancewiththem.Keeptheseoperatinginstructions

in a safe place for later use or for a subsequent owner.

Safety Notes

Use of the unit as authorized

Use this unit exclusively for non-industrial purposes

– for cleaning machines, vehicles, buildings, tools, facades, terraces, garden imple-

ments, etc., with high-pressure water jet (if necessary with the addition of cleaning

agents).

– for cleaning vehicle engines only in locations equipped with an appropriate oil

separator.

– with accessories, replacement parts and cleaning agents authorized by Kärcher.

Please comply with instructions supplied with the cleaning agents.

General safety notes

- Never permit children and adolescents to handle the unit.

- Never leave the unit unattended whilst the master switch is switched on.

- Never operate the unit in potentially explosive spaces.

- Do not spray any objects which contain health-endangering substances (e.g.

asbestos).

Warning signs on the unit

Never direct the high-pressure jet at human beings, animals, the unit itself or at

electrical parts.

Safety devices

Safety devices serve to protect against injuries and must not be changed or cir-

cumvented.

Relief valve with pressure switch

When the lever on the handgun is released the pressure switch switches off the pump

andthehigh-pressurejetceases.Whentheleverispulledthepressureswitchswitches

on the pump again.

Moreover, the relief valve prevents the permissible operating pressure from being

exceeded.

Safety button

The safety button on the handgun prevents inadvertent switching on of the unit.

Environmental protection

Dispose of packaging

The packaging materials are recyclable. Please hand in the packaging for recycling.

Dispose of old equipment

In the development of this appliance careful attention has been given to its ability to be easily

recycled. Nevertheless, it contains parts or substances which should not go into the household

rubbish.Youcanobtain informationfromyoursaleshouse about disposalfacilitieswhichprotect

the environment.

Save water

In comparison to other cleaning methods, by the use of this unit you save up to 85 % of the water

otherwise needed. The unit can also be operated with rain-water (use a water filter).

Ease the burden on waste water

Pleaseusethecleaningagentssparingly.Observethedosagerecommendationswhicharesupplied

with the cleaning agents.

Before first use

Assembly

When unpacking check the contents. Inform your dealer of any damage in transportation.

Connection requirements

Electrical connection

The voltage shown on the rating plate must match the supply voltage. The current source must

beproperlyearthed.Onlyusesplash-protectedextensioncablewithasufficientconductorcross-

section (10 m: 3 x 1.5 mm², 30 m: 3 x 2.5 mm²) and unwind completely from the cable drum.

Connection to water line

Comply with the stipulations of the water supply company. Only use supply hoses (not supplied)

with the following dimensions: length at least 7.5 m, diameter at least ½”.

Caution!

Impuritiesin theintake water damagethe pump.To prevent thiswe expresslyurge you

to use a water filter.

See rating plate or Technical Data for connected values.

Operation

Serious danger!

Vehicle tyres and tyre valves can be damaged by the high-pressure jet and become perforated.

The first sign of this is a discoloration of the tyre. When cleaning them maintain a distance of at

least 30 cm.

Never grasp the power plug with wet hands.

Beforeeachusecheck the powercordandpowerplugfor damage. Haveadamagedpowercord

replaced immediately by an authorized service point or an electrical specialist.

Before each use check the high-pressure hose for damage. Replace a damaged high-pressure

hose immediately.

Danger of injury!

Owing to the water jet emerging from the high-pressure nozzle a recoil force operates on the

handgun. Ensure you have a secure footing and hold the handgun and spray lance firmly.

If necessary wear protective clothing for protection against return spray.

Preparation

1,2 Assembly

3,4 Spray gun assembly

5 Connect spray lance to spray gun

(bayonet connection)

6 Screw on high-pressure hose

7 Connect supply hose (not included)

to the water inlet and to the water tap

8 Open water tap fully

9 Plug in power plug

Caution:

The operation of the high-pressure cleaner with a closed water supply line causes

damage to the cylinder head unit. Please never operate the high-pressure cleaner with a

closed water supply tap.

High pressure operation

1 Usespray lance withhigh pressurenozzle

or dirtblaster

2 Turn switch to “I”.

3 Release safety catch on spraygun

4 Press lever

5 Caution: recoil

6 Safety instructions

Switching off

• Release the lever.

During breaks in work and when leaving the unit secure it against inadvertent switching on by

pressing the safety button.

Connect accessories

Depending on the model the following accessories are either included in the scope of delivery or

are obtainable from specialist dealers (see also Page 10: “Special accessories”).

• Exchange the respective accessory with the spray lance.

Wash brush

for large, smooth surfaces – e.g. on the automobile, caravan or boat.Cleaning agent can be

added.

Rotating wash brush

for gentle and thorough cleaning – e.g. bodywork and glass surfaces.

Cleaning agent can be added.

Rotary nozzle

for stubborn accumulations of grime – e.g. moss-covered promenade tiles or facades.

Work without cleaning agent and with the highest operating pressure.

Operation

Adding detergent

1Remove spray lance

! No detergent in high-pressure mode

2 Connect detergent suction hose to

detergent outlet connection

3 Suspend detergent suction hose in

detergent reservoir

4 Switch on high-pressure cleaner

5 Release safety catch on handgun

6 Press lever

Recommended cleaning method

1. Spray the cleaning agent on the dry surface sparingly and let it react (but not dry out).

2. Wash off the loosened dirt with the high-pressure jet.

Cleaning agents

For trouble-free operation and for matching to the relevant cleaning task we recommend our

Kärcher cleaning agents and care range. Please let us advise you or ask for information about

them. Here is a small selection:

Universal cleaner – Profi RM 555 ULTRA

Automobile cleaner – Profi RM 565 ULTRA

House and garden cleaner – Profi RM 570 ULTRA

Boat cleaner – Profi RM 575 ULTRA

If detergent has been added:

• Hang the detergent suction hose in a container of clear water, switch on the unit for about

one minute and flush through.

Operation

Finishing operations

1 Unit switch to ”0”

2 Unplug power plug

3 Close the water supply tap. Separate

the unit from the water connection

4 Press the lever on the spraygun until

the unit is without pressure.

5 Engage safety catch on handgun

Care and Maintenance

Cleaning

Beforelong periods ofstorage, e.g. inwinter:

A-Pullout the strainerinthewaterinletwith

flat-nose pliers and clean it under running

water.

B-Pullthecleaningagentmeteringvalveoff

thecleaningagentsuctionhoseandclean

it under running water.

Safekeeping

Caution! Frost can destroy an incompletely emptied unit. In the winter keep the unit in a

frost-free room.

Maintenance

The unit is maintenance-free.

Replacement parts

Use exclusively Kärcher original replacement parts. You will find a replacement parts summary

at the end of these operating instructions.

Guarantee

In each country the guarantee conditions issued by our responsible sales company are applica-

ble. We clear any faults occurring in the unit free of charge during the period of guarantee pro-

viding the cause is a fault in a material or in the manufacture.

In the case of a claim under the guarantee please contact your dealer or the nearest authorized

customer service point, accompanying your claim with accessories and purchase voucher.

Problem Checklist

Faults often have simple causes which you can rectify yourself with the aid of the following

summary. In case of doubt or of faults or remedies not mentioned here apply to the authori-

zed customer service.

Danger of electric shock!

Repair work on the unit can only be carried out by the authorized customer service.

Appliance does not Work

- Check whether the voltage shown on the rating plate corresponds to that of the power source.

- Check the connector cable for damage.

Appliance does not reach Operational Pressure

-Venttheappliance:Allowthepumptooperatewithoutthehigh-pressurehoseuntilwaterappears

at the high-pressure outlet without any more bubbles.Then reattach the high-pressure hose.

- Clean the strainer in the water connection.

- Check the inlet water flow rate.

- Check all inlet pipes to the pump for leaks or blockage.

Strong Pressure Fluctuations

- Clean the high-pressure nozzle. Remove dirt from the nozzle hole with a needle and then rinse

out with water from the front.

Pump Leaks

- 10 drops per minute are permissible. In the case of more serious leakage, you should contact

the authorized customer service.

No Detergent Suction

- Clean the detergent suction hose with filter, and check for leaks.

Technical Data

Power supply

Voltage (at 1~50/60 Hz) 220-240 V

Connected load 1.6 kW

Supply fuses (time-lag) 13 A

Safety class 2

Water connection

Supply temperature (max.) 40 °C

Supply volume (min.) 600 l/h

Supply pressure (max.) 2-12 bar

Performance data

Operating pressure 100 bar

Pump pressure max. 110 bar

Flow volume 360 l/h

Cleaning agent metering 25 l/h

Recoil force of the handgun 13 N

Unit vibrations 0,8 m/s²

Sound level Ld(DIN EN ISO 4871) 92,1 dB(A)

Dimensions

Length/Width/Height 410/220/900 mm

Weight 6 Kg

Circuit Diagram

M1 Motor

Q1 Switch

S1 Pressure switch

Z1 Suppressor

Special accessories

Special accessories expand the scope of use of your machine. You can obtain further information

from your Kärcher dealer.

1Rotary nozzle

2Spray guard for rotary nozzle

3Pipe-cleaning set (7.5 m/15 m)

4Rotating wash brush

5Wash brush

6Wet blasting set

7Flexible spray lance

8Three-way nozzle with spray lance

9Spray lance for places which are difficult to access

10 Floor spray lance

11 Spray lance extension

12 High-pressure hose (9 m)

13 Hose extension

14 Large volume suction set

15 Suction hose with filter

16 Water filter

17 Non-return valve

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