Karcher 397 M plus Manual 

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 Before first use of the unit read these operating instructions and act in accordance with them. Keep these operating instructions in a safe place for later use or for a subsequent owner.

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 and the high-pressure jet ceases. When the lever is pulled the pressure switch switches 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.

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. You can obtain information from your sales house about disposal facilities which protect 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 Please use the cleaning agents sparingly. Observe the dosage recommendations which are supplied 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 be properly earthed. Only use splash-protected extension cable with a sufficient conductor cross- 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! Impurities in the intake water damage the pump. To prevent this we expressly urge you to use a water filter. See rating plate or Technical Data for connected values.

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. Before each use check the power cord and power plug for damage. Have a damaged power cord 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.

1 Use spray lance with high pressure nozzle 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

! 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

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 Before long periods of storage, e.g. in winter: A - Pull out the strainer in the water inlet with flat-nose pliers and clean it under running water. B - Pull the cleaning agent metering valve off the cleaning agent suction hose and clean 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.

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 - Vent the appliance:Allow the pump to operate without the high-pressure hose until water appears 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

from your Kärcher dealer. 1 Rotary nozzle 2 Spray guard for rotary nozzle 3 Pipe-cleaning set (7.5 m/15 m) 4 Rotating wash brush 5 Wash brush 6 Wet blasting set 7 Flexible spray lance 8 Three-way nozzle with spray lance 9 Spray 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

We hereby declare that the equipment described below conforms to the relevant fundamental safety and health requirements of the appropriate EU Directives, both in its basic design and construction as well as in the version marketed by us.This declaration will cease to be valid if any modifications are made to the machine without our express approval. Product: High-pressure cleaner Model: 1.223-xxx Relevant EU Directives: EU Machinery Directive (98/37/EEC). EU Low-Voltage Equipment Directive (73/23/EEC) amended by 93/68/EEC. EU Directive on Electromagnetic Compatibility (89/336/EEC) amended by 91/263/EEC, 92/31/EEC, 93/68/EEC. Harmonised standards applied: DIN EN 55014-1:1993, DIN EN 55014-2:1997, DIN EN 60335-1, DIN EN 60335-2-79:1998, DIN EN 61000-3-2:1995, DIN EN 61000-3-3:1995 Appropriate internal measures have been taken to ensure that series-production units conform at all times to the requirements of current EU Directives and relevant standards.The signatories are empowered to represent and act on behalf of the company management. Alfred Kärcher Kommanditgesellschaft. Sitz Winnenden. Registergericht: Waiblingen, HRA 169. Persönlich haftende Gesellschafterin: Kärcher Reinigungstechnik GmbH. Sitz Winnenden, 2404 Registergericht Waiblingen, HRB Dr. B. Graf S. Reiser H. Jenner Spare Parts

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