K 2 Compact

Operating Instructions
Before first use of the unit
read these operating instructions
and act in accordance with them.

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Contents
General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Description of the Appliance . . . . . . . . . 6
Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Maintenance and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Helpline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
EC Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . 11
Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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General information
Dear Customer,
Please read and comply with
these original instructions prior
to the initial operation of your appliance and
store them for later use or subsequent owners.

Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery of your appliance is illustrated on the packaging. Check the contents of the appliance for completeness
when unpacking.
In the event of missing accessories or any
transport damage, please contact your
dealer.

Proper Use
This high-pressure cleaner is designed for
domestic use only:
to clean machines, vehicles, buildings,
tools, facades, terraces, garden equipment etc. using a high-pressure water
jet (and detergents if required).
with accessories, replacement parts
and detergents approved by KRCHER. Observe the instructions provided
with these detergents.

Symbols in the operating

instructions

Danger

Immediate danger that can cause severe

injury or even death.
Warning
Possible hazardous situation that could
lead to severe injury or even death.
Caution
Possible hazardous situation that could
lead to mild injury to persons or damage to
property.

Symbols on the machine

The high pressure jet may not
be directed at persons, animals, live electrical equipment
or at the appliance itself. Protect the appliance against frost.

Environmental protection
The packaging material can be recycled. Please do not place the packaging into the ordinary refuse for disposal, but
arrange for the proper recycling.
Old appliances contain valuable materials that can be recycled. Please
arrange for the proper recycling of old
appliances. Please dispose your old appliances using appropriate collection systems.
Notes about the ingredients (REACH)
You will find current information about the
ingredients at:
www.kaercher.com/REACH

Warranty
The warranty terms published by the relevant sales company are applicable in each
country. We will repair potential failures of
your appliance within the warranty period
free of charge, provided that such failure is
caused by faulty material or defects in manufacturing. In the event of a warranty claim
please contact your dealer or the nearest
authorized Customer Service centre.
Please submit the proof of purchase.

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Safety instructions
Danger

Never touch the mains plug and the

socket with wet hands.
The appliance must not be used if the
power cord or important parts of the appliance, e.g. high-pressure hoses, trigger gun or safety devices are damaged.
Check the power cord and mains plug
for damage before every use. If the
power cord is damaged, please arrange
for it to be replaced immediately by an
authorised repair agent or a skilled
electrician.
Check the high-pressure hose for damage before every use. Please arrange
for the immediate replacement of a
damaged high-pressure hose.
The appliance may not be used in areas
where a risk of explosion is present.
If the appliance is used in hazardous areas (e.g. filling stations) the corresponding safety provisions must be
observed.
High-pressure jets can be dangerous if
improperly used. The jet must not be directed at persons, animals, live electrical equipment or at the appliance itself.
The high-pressure jet must not be directed at other persons or directed by
the user at him/herself to clean clothing
or footwear.
Never use the appliance to clean objects containing hazardous substances
(e.g. asbestos).
Vehicle tyres or tyre valves are susceptible to damage from the high-pressure
jet and may burst. The first indication of
this is a discolouration of the tyre. Damaged vehicle tyres/tyre valves are highly dangerous. Ensure that a distance of
at least 30 cm is observed when cleaning with the jet!
Risk of explosion!
Do not spray flammable liquids.
Never draw in fluids containing solvents
or undiluted acids and solvents! This includes petrol, paint thinner and heating
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oil. The spray mist thus generated is

highly inflammable, explosive and poisonous. Do not use acetone, undiluted
acids and solvents as they are damaging to the materials from which the appliance is made.
Warning
The mains plug and the coupling of an
extension cable must be watertight and
must never lay in the water.
Unsuitable extension cables can be
hazardous. Only use extension cables
outdoors which have been approved for
this purpose and labelled with a sufficient cable cross-section:
1 - 10 m: 1.5 mm2; 10 - 30 m: 2.5 mm2
Always fully unroll electrical cables from
the cable drum.
High-pressure hoses, fixtures and couplings are important for the safety of the
appliance. Only use high-pressure hoses, fixtures and couplings recommended by the manufacturer.
This appliance is not intended for use
by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities.
The appliance must not be operated by
children or persons who have not been
instructed accordingly.
Children should be supervised to prevent them from playing with the appliance.
Keep packaging film away from children
- risk of suffocation!
This appliance was designed to be
used with detergents which are supplied or recommended by the manufacturer. The use of other detergents or
chemicals may compromise the safety
of the appliance.
The operator must use the appliance
correctly. When working with the appliance, he must consider the local conditions and pay due care and attention to
other persons, in particular children,
who are nearby.
Do not use the appliance when there
are other persons around unless they
are also wearing safety equipment.

 Wear protective clothing and safety

goggles to protect against splash back
containing water or dirt.
Caution
In case of extended downtimes, switch
the appliance off at the main switch / appliance switch or remove the mains
plug.
Do not operate the appliance at temperatures below 0 C.
Observe a distance of at least 30 cm
when using the jet to clean painted surfaces to avoid damaging paintwork.
Never leave the appliance unattended
when it is in operation.
Make sure that the power cable or extension cables are not damaged by running over, pinching, dragging or similar.
Protect the power cable from heat, oil,
and sharp edges.
All current-conducting parts in the working area must be protected against jet
water.
The appliance may only be connected
to an electrical supply which has been
installed in accordance with IEC 60364.
The appliance may only be connected
to alternating current. The voltage must
correspond with the type plate on the
appliance.
For safety reasons, we recommend that
you operate the appliance only via a
earth-leakage circuit breaker (max.
30 mA).
Cleaning operations which produce oily
waste water, e.g. engine washes, underbody washes, may only be carried
out using washing stations equipped
with an oil separator.

High pressure hose

The high pressure hose is specially constructed with reinforced walls to handle water pressure up to 11 MPa (1600 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 unintentional operation of the appliance.
Lock trigger gun
This lock locks the lever of the trigger gun
and prevents the inadvertent start of the appliance.
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 accidents or damage.
The stability of the appliance is warranted when it is placed onto an even surface.

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Description of the Appliance

These operating instructions describe the
maximum equipment. Depending on the
model, there are differences in the scopes
of delivery (see packaging).
1 High pressure connection
2 Appliance switch "0/OFF/ I/ON
3 Storage hook for high pressure hose
and mains connection cable
4 Carrying handle
5 Storage for spray lance
6 Storage for trigger gun
7 Water connection with integrated sieve
8 Detergent suction hose (with sieve)

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9 Coupling element for water connection

10 Mains cable with mains plug
11 Trigger gun
12 Lock trigger gun
13 Clamp for high pressure hose
14 High pressure hose
15 Spray lance with Dirtblaster
16 Spray lance with high pressure nozzle
Optional accessories
17 Washing brush
18 Rotary washing brush
19 Foam nozzle with detergent container

Operation
Before Startup
Mount loose parts delivered with appliance
prior to start-up.
Illustrations on Page 3
Illustration
Attach the carrying handle.
Illustration
Pull out the clamp for the high-pressure
hose from the hand spray gun (e.g. a
Philips screwdriver).
Illustration
Connect high pressure hose to trigger
gun.
Push the clamp in until it locks. Check
the secure connection by pulling on the
high-pressure hose.
Illustration
Screw the coupling element to the water connection on the appliance.

Water supply
According to the applicable regulations, the appliance must never be
used on the drinking water supply
without a system separator. Use a
suitable system separator manufactured by
KRCHER; or, as an alternative, a system
separator as per EN 12729 Type BA. Water
flowing through a system separator is considered non-drinkable.
Caution
Always connect the system separator to the
water supply, never directly to the appliance!
Note: Impurities in the water can damage
the high-pressure pump and accessories.
For protection, the use of the KRCHER
water filter (optional accessory, order no.
4.730-059) is recommended.
Water supply from mains
Observe regulations of water supplier.
For connection values, see type plate/technical data.
Use a fibre-reinforced water hose (not
included) with a standard coupling.
(Minimum diameter 1/2 inch (13 mm),
minimum length 7.5 m).

Push the water supply hose onto the

coupling unit, then connect it to the water supply.

Start up
Caution
Dry runs lasting longer than two minutes
lead to damages to the high pressure
pump. If the appliance does not build up
pressure within two minutes, switch it off
and proceed as instructed in the Chapter
"Troubleshooting".
Illustration
Connect the high pressure hose to the
high pressure connection of the appliance.
Illustration
Push the spray lance into the trigger
gun and fasten it by turning it through
90.
Completely open the water tap.
Insert the mains plug into the socket.
Turn on the appliance I/ON.

Operation

Danger

The trigger gun is subjected to a recoil force

when the water jet is discharged. Make
sure that you have a firm footing and are
also holding the trigger gun and spray lance
firmly.
Illustration
Unlock the lever on the trigger gun.
Pull on the lever of the trigger gun; the
device will switch on.
Note: Release the lever of the trigger gun;
the device will switch off again. High pressure remains in the system.
Spray lance with high pressure nozzle
For normal cleaning tasks.
Not suitable for use with detergents.
Spray lance with Dirtblaster
For particularly dirty items or areas.
Not suitable for use with detergents.
Caution
Car tyres, paint or sensitive surfaces such
as wood should not be cleaned with the dirt
blaster, as there is a risk of damage.

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Washing brush
Suitable for use with detergents.
Rotary washing brush
Suitable for use with detergents.
The rotating washing brush is ideally suited
for the cleaning of vehicles.
Caution
Please make sure that the washing brush is
free from dirt or other particles. Otherwise,
it may damage the paint work.

Working with detergent

Please use exclusively KRCHER detergents and care products to carry out the respective cleaning task, as these were
specifically developed for your appliance.
The use of other detergents and care products may lead to premature wear and can
invalidate your warranty claims. Please obtain information at your local dealer or request information directly from KRCHER.
Pull detergent suction hose as far as is
required out of the housing.
Suspend end of detergent suction hose
in a container filled with detergent.
Detach spray lance from the trigger
gun. Work only with the trigger gun.
Note: This will mix the detergent with
the water stream.
Recommended cleaning method
Spray the detergent sparingly on the
dry surface and allow it to react, but not
to dry.
Spray off loosened dirt with the highpressure jet.
Optional
Foam nozzle
With powerful foam for effortless cleaning.
Illustration
Fill the detergent solution in the detergent tank of the foam nozzle (observe
dosage instructions on the packaging of
the detergent).
Connect the detergent tank to the foam
nozzle.
Connect the foam nozzle to the trigger
gun.
Note: This will mix the detergent with
the water stream.
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Interrupting operation
Release the lever on the trigger gun.
Illustration
Lock the lever on the trigger gun.
During longer breaks (more than 5 minutes), also turn the appliance off using
the "0/OFF" switch.
Insert the trigger gun in its holder.

Finish operation
Caution
Only separate the high-pressure hose from
the trigger gun or the appliance while there
is no pressure in the system.
After operation with detergent: Run the
machine for approximately 1 minute for
a clear rinse.
Release the lever on the trigger gun.
Turn off the appliance "0/OFF".
Turn off tap.
Press the lever on the trigger gun to release any remaining pressure in the
system.
Detach the appliance from the water
supply.
Illustration
Lock the lever on the trigger gun.
Pull out the mains plug.

Transport
Caution
In order to prevent accidents or injuries,
keep in mind the weight of the appliance
during transport (see Specifications).

When transporting by hand

Lift appliance by the carrying handle
and carry it.

When transporting in vehicles

Secure the appliance against shifting
and tipping over.

Storage
Caution
In order to prevent accidents or injuries,
keep in mind the weight of the appliance
when selecting a storage location for it (see
Specifications).

Storing the Appliance

Prior to extended storage periods, as during the winter, also observe the instructions
in the Care section.
Park the machine on an even surface.
Engage the spray lance in its compartment.
Insert the trigger gun in its holder.
Stow away the mains cable, the highpressure hose and accessory at the appliance.

Frost protection
Caution
Protect the appliance and its accessories
against frost.
The appliance and its accessories can get
destroyed through frost if there are any water residues in them. To avoid damage to
them:
Completely drain all water from the appliance: Switch the appliance on with
detached high-pressure hose and detached water supply (max. 1 minute)
and wait, until no more water exits at the
high-pressure connection. Turn off the
appliance.
Store the appliance and the entire accessories in a frost-safe room.

Maintenance and care

Danger

Turn off the appliance and remove the

mains plug prior to any care and maintenance work.

Maintenance
The appliance is maintenance-free.

Care
Prior to longer periods of storage, e.g. in
the winter:
Remove filter from suction hose for detergent and clean under running water.
Pull out the sieve in the water connection using flat-nose pliers and clean under running water.

Spare parts
Use only original KRCHER spare parts.
You will find a list of spare parts at the end
of these operating instructions.

Special accessories
Special accessories expand the possibilities of using your appliance. Please contact
your KRCHER dealer for further information.

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Troubleshooting

Appliance is leaking

You can rectify minor faults yourself with

the help of the following overview.
If in doubt, please consult the authorized
customer service.
Danger
Turn off the appliance and remove the
mains plug prior to any care and maintenance work.
Repair works may only be performed by the
authorized customer service.

Slight leakage from the appliance pump

is normal. If the leakage increases contact the authorized customer service.

Appliance is not running

Pull on the lever of the trigger gun; the
device will switch on.
Check whether the voltage indicated on
the type plate corresponds to the voltage of the mains supply.
Check the mains connection cable for
damages.

Pressure does not build up in the

appliance
Appliance ventilation: Switch the appliance on with the high-pressure hose
detached and operate (max. 2 minutes)
until the water exits the high-pressure
connection without bubbles. Switch off
appliance and reconnect high-pressure
hose.
Check the water supply.
Pull out the sieve in the water connection using flat-nose pliers and clean under running water.

Strong pressure fluctuations

Clean high-pressure nozzle: Remove
dirt and debris from the nozzle bore, using a needle and rinse through with water from the front.
Check water flow quantity.

No detergent infeed
Remove the spray lance from the hand
spray gun and work with the hand spray
gun only or use the spray lance with
pressure regulation and turn to "Mix".
Clean the detergent suction hose filter.
Check the detergent suction hose for
kinks.

Helpline
KRCHER UK Limited operates a helpline
allowing customers to discuss any problems experienced with our products.
The helpline operates during normal business hours and may be busy at peak periods.If you have difficulty getting through we
would ask that you try to contact us again
later in the day.
The helpline number is 01295 752200,
open from 8.30 am to 5.00 pm
Monday to Friday.
It helps us if you have the model number
and data plate details to hand before making your call so that we can assist you with
your query more effectively.
Alternatively you may write to us at the
address below:
KRCHER UK Ltd
Krcher House
Beaumont Road
Banbury
Oxon, OX16 1TB
or E-mail us:
[email protected]

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Technical specifications
Electrical connection
Voltage

220-240 V
1~50/60 Hz
6A
IP X5
II
13 A

Power consumption
Protection class
Protective class
Mains fuse (slow-blow)
Water connection
Feed pressure
0,2-1,2 MPa
Max. feed temperature
40 C
Min. feed volume
7 I/min
Performance data
Working pressure
8 MPa
Max. permissible pressure
11 MPa
Water flow rate
5,2 I/min
Detergent flow rate
0,3 I/min
Recoil force of trigger gun
11 N
Dimensions and weights
Length
280 mm
Width
176 mm
Height
443 mm
Weight, ready to operate with 4,7 kg
accessories
Values determined as per EN 60335-2-79
Hand-arm vibration value
<2,5 m/s2
Uncertainty K
0,3 m/s2
Sound pressure level LpA
75 dB(A)
3 dB(A)
Uncertainty KpA
Sound power level LWA + Un91 dB(A)
certainty KWA
Subject to technical modifications!

EC Declaration of Conformity
We hereby declare that the machine described below complies with the relevant
basic safety and health requirements of the
EU Directives, both in its basic design and
construction as well as in the version put
into circulation by us. This declaration shall
cease to be valid if the machine is modified
without our prior approval.
Product:
High-pressure cleaner
Type:
1.673-xxx
Relevant EU Directives
2006/42/EC (+2009/127/EC)
2004/108/EC
2000/14/EC
2011/65/EC
Applied harmonized standards
EN 50581
EN 550141: 2006+A1: 2009+A2: 2011
EN 550142: 1997+A1: 2001+A2: 2008
EN 603351
EN 60335279
EN 6100032: 2006+A1: 2009+A2: 2009
EN 6100033: 2008
EN 62233: 2008
Applied conformity evaluation method
2000/14/EC: Appendix V
Sound power level dB(A)
Measured:
89
Guaranteed: 91
The undersigned act on behalf and under
the power of attorney of the company management.

CEO

Head of Approbation

Authorised Documentation Representative

S. Reiser
Alfred Krcher GmbH Co. KG
Alfred-Krcher-Str. 28 - 40
71364 Winnenden (Germany)
Phone: +49 7195 14-0
Fax: +49 7195 14-2212
Winnenden, 2012/11/01
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