K 3.160
Operating
Instructions
Before first use of the unit
Please read these Operating
Instructions and act in accor-
dance with them
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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 own-
ers.
Proper Use
This high-pressure cleaner is designed for
domestic use only:
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to clean machines, vehicles, buildings,
tools, facades, terraces, garden equip-
ment etc. using a high-pressure water
jet (and detergents if required).
with accessories, replacement parts
and detergents approved by
Contents
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Illustration of appliance
General information
Safety instructions
Safety Devices
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KÄRCHER. Observe the instructions
provided with these detergents.
Environmental protection
The packaging material can be recy-
cled. Please do not place the packag-
Commissioning and operation
Description of the Appliance
Before Startup
ing into the ordinary refuse for disposal, but
arrange for the proper recycling.
Old appliances contain valuable ma-
terials that can be recycled. Please
arrange for the proper recycling of old
appliances. Please dispose your old appli-
ances using appropriate collection sys-
tems.
Notes about the ingredients (REACH)
You will find current information about the
ingredients at:
umweltschutz/REACH.htm
Water supply
Start up
Operation
Operation with detergent
Interrupting operation
Finish operation
Maintenance and care
Troubleshooting
Technical specifications
Warranty
The warranty terms published by the rele-
vant 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 man-
ufacturing. In the event of a warranty claim
please contact your dealer or the nearest
authorized Customer Service centre.
General information
Hazard levels
ƽ Danger
Immediate danger that can cause severe
injury or even death.
ṇ Warning
Possible hazardous situation that could
lead to severe injury or even death.
Please submit the proof of purchase.
Caution
Possible hazardous situation that could
lead to mild injury to persons or damage to
property.
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or undiluted acids and solvents! This in-
cludes petrol, paint thinner and heating
oil. The spray mist thus generated is
highly inflammable, explosive and poi-
sonous. Do not use acetone, undiluted
acids and solvents as they are damag-
ing to the materials from which the ap-
pliance is made.
Safety instructions
ƽ 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 ap-
pliance, e.g. high-pressure hoses, trig-
ger 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 elec-
trician
Check the high-pressure hose for dam-
age 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 ar-
eas (e.g. filling stations) the corre-
sponding safety provisions must be
observed.
ṇ 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 suffi-
cient cable cross-section: 1 - 10 m: 1.5
2
2
mm ; 10 - 30 m: 2.5 mm
Always fully unroll electrical cables from
the cable drum.
High-pressure hoses, fixtures and cou-
plings are important for the safety of the
appliance. Only use high-pressure hos-
es, fixtures and couplings recommend-
ed by the manufacturer.
This appliance is not intended for use by
persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities.
High-pressure jets can be
dangerous if improperly
used. The jet must not be
directed at persons, ani-
mals, live electrical equipment or at the
appliance itself.
The appliance must not be operated by
children or persons who have not been
instructed accordingly.
The high-pressure jet must not be di-
rected at other persons or directed by
the user at him/herself to clean clothing
or footwear.
Never use the appliance to clean ob-
jects containing hazardous substances
(e.g. asbestos).
Vehicle tyres or tyre valves are suscep-
tible to damage from the high-pressure
jet and may burst. The first indication of
this is a discolouration of the tyre. Dam-
aged vehicle tyres/tyre valves are highly
dangerous. Ensure that a distance of at
least 30 cm is observed when cleaning
with the jet!
Children should be supervised to pre-
vent them from playing with the appli-
ance.
Keep packaging film away from children
- risk of suffocation!
The operator must use the appliance
correctly. When working with the appli-
ance, he must consider the local condi-
tions 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
Never draw in fluids containing solvents
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containing water or dirt.
Caution
Safety Devices
Caution
In case of extended downtimes, switch
the appliance off at the main switch / ap-
pliance switch or remove the mains
plug.
Do not operate the appliance at temper-
atures below 0 °C.
Safety devices protect the user and must
not be modified or bypassed.
Power switch
The appliance switch prevents unintention-
al operation of the appliance.
Observe a distance of at least 30 cm
when using the jet to clean painted sur-
faces to avoid damaging paintwork.
Never leave the appliance unattended
when it is in operation.
Lock trigger gun
This lock locks the lever of the trigger gun
and prevents the inadvertent start of the ap-
pliance.
Make sure that the power cable or ex-
tension cables are not damaged by run-
ning over, pinching, dragging or similar.
Protect the power cable from heat, oil,
and sharp edges.
All current-conducting parts in the work-
ing area must be protected against jet
water.
Overflow valve with pressure switch
The overflow valve prevents the permissi-
ble working pressure from being exceeded.
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.
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.
The maximum tolerable mains imped-
ance at the electrical contact point (see
Technical Data) must not be exceeded.
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, un-
derbody washes, may only be carried
out using washing stations equipped
with an oil separator.
This appliance was designed to be used
with detergents which are supplied or
recommended by the manufacturer.
The use of other detergents or chemi-
cals may compromise the safety of the
appliance.
Commissioning and
operation
Description of the Appliance
When unpacking the product, make sure
that no accessories are missing and that
none of the package contents have been
damaged. If you detect any transport dam-
ages please contact your dealer.
Illustrations on Page 2
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Coupling element for water connection
Connection for water supply with filter
High pressure connection
Appliance switch "0/OFF“/ „I/ON“
Detergent Tank
Suction hose for detergent
Transport handle
Storage for accessories
Mains cable with mains plug
10 Trigger gun
11 Lock trigger gun
12 High pressure hose
13 Key to detach the high-pressure hose
from the trigger gun
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14 Spray lance with pressure regulation
(Vario Power)
15 Spray lance with Dirtblaster
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 wa-
ter supply.
Special accessories
Special accessories expand the possibili-
ties of using your appliance. Please contact
your KÄRCHER dealer for further informa-
tion.
How to draw water from a bucket when
using a KÄRCHER Pressure Cleaner
KÄRCHER recommends using the suction
hose accessory (sold separately) Order no.
9.505-779.0.
Before Startup
Illustrations on Page 2
Illustration
Mount loose parts delivered with appli-
ance prior to start-up.
Illustration
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.
STEP 1:
Connect the suction hose to the water
inlet on the pressure cleaner and drop
the other end into a bucket.
Tip: If you are not using this accessory, coil
a hose into the bucket and ensure that you
only use a standard hose clamp to connect
to the pressure washer.
CLICK FITTINGS MUST NOT BE USED!
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
suitable system separator manufactured by
KÄRCHER; or, as an alternative, a system
separator as per EN 12729 Type BA. Water
flowing through a system separator is con-
sidered non-drinkable.
STEP 2:
Fill up your bucket with water.
Caution
Always connect the system separator to the
water supply, never directly to the appli-
ance!
Note: Impurities in the water can damage
the high-pressure pump and accessories.
For protection, the use of the KÄRCHER
water filter (optional accessory, order no.
4.730-059) is recommended.
STEP 3:
Water supply from mains
Observe regulations of water supplier.
For connection values, see type plate/tech-
nical data.
Connect the KÄRCHER power cord to
an electricity source and turn on at pow-
erpoint. Make sure the high pressure
nozzle is not connected and turn the
unit on at the ON/OFF switch. Press the
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trigger on the gun - the unit is ready for
use once there is a constant water sys-
tem.
Operation
ṇ 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.
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 pres-
sure remains in the system.
STEP 4:
Connect the high pressure nozzle and
press the hand trigger to begin clean-
ing.
Spray lance with pressure regulation
Carrying out the most common cleaning
tasks. The work pressure can be stageless-
ly regulated between "Min" and "Max".
Release the lever on the trigger gun.
Turn the spray lance to the desired po-
sition.
Spray lance with Dirtblaster
For particularly dirty items or areas.
Not suitable for use with detergents.
Start up
Operation with detergent
Caution
Please use exclusively KÄRCHER deter-
gents and care products to carry out the re-
spective cleaning task, as these were
specifically developed for your appliance.
The use of other detergents and care prod-
ucts may lead to premature wear and can
invalidate your warranty claims. Please ob-
tain information at your local dealer or re-
quest information directly from KÄRCHER.
Use spray lance with pressure regula-
tion (Vario Power).
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".
Connect the high pressure hose to the
high pressure connection of the appli-
ance.
Push the spray lance into the trigger
gun and fasten it by turning it through
90°.
Turn the spray lance to "Mix" position -
low pressure.
Fill the detergent solution in the deter-
gent tank (observe dosage instructions
on the packaging of the detergent).
Completely open the water tap.
Insert the mains plug into the socket.
Turn on the appliance “I/ON”.
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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 high-
pressure jet.
Maintenance and care
ƽ Danger
Turn off the appliance and remove the
mains plug prior to any care and mainte-
nance work.
Interrupting operation
Maintenance
The appliance is maintenance-free.
Storage
Release the lever on the trigger gun.
Lock the lever on the trigger gun.
During longer breaks (more than 5 min-
utes), also turn the appliance off using
the "0/OFF" switch.
Prior to longer periods of storage, e.g. in the
winter:
Completely drain all water from the ap-
pliance: Switch the appliance on with
detached high-pressure hose and de-
tached water supply (max. 1 minute)
and wait, until no more water exits at the
high-pressure connection. Turn off the
appliance.
Remove filter from suction hose for de-
tergent and clean under running water.
Pull out the sieve in the water connec-
tion using flat-nose pliers and clean un-
der running water.
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 working with detergent, suspend
detergent suction hose in a container
filled with clear water, switch the appli-
ance on for around 1 minute once the
spray lance has been removed and
rinse until water runs clear.
Release the lever on the trigger gun.
Turn off the appliance "0/OFF".
Turn off tap.
Detach the appliance from the water
supply.
Press the lever on the trigger gun to re-
lease any remaining pressure in the
system.
Lock the lever on the trigger gun.
Pull out the mains plug.
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 wa-
ter residues in them. To avoid damage to
them:
Store the appliance and the entire ac-
cessories in a frost-safe room.
Roll up the power cord and loop it e.g.
round the handle.
Spare parts
Stow away the accessories in the ac-
cessory holder.
Use only original KÄRCHER spare parts.
You will find a list of spare parts at the end
of these operating instructions.
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Strong pressure fluctuations
Clean high-pressure nozzle: Remove
dirt and debris from the nozzle bore, us-
ing a needle and rinse through with wa-
ter from the front.
Troubleshooting
You can rectify minor faults yourself with
the help of the following overview.
If in doubt, please consult the authorized
customer service.
Check water flow quantity.
ƽ Danger
Turn off the appliance and remove the
mains plug prior to any care and mainte-
nance work.
Repair works may only be performed by the
authorized customer service.
Appliance is leaking
Slight leakage from the appliance pump
is normal. If the leakage increases con-
tact the authorized customer service.
No detergent infeed
Use spray lance with pressure regula-
tion (Vario Power).
Turn the spray lance to "Mix" position.
Clean the detergent suction hose filter.
Check the detergent suction hose for
kinks.
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 volt-
age of the mains supply.
Check the mains connection cable for
damages.
Technical specifications
Pressure does not build up in the
appliance
Power connection
Voltage
1~50 Hz
240 V
Check setting at the spray lance.
Appliance ventilation: Switch the appli-
ance on with the high-pressure hose de-
tached and operate (max. 2 minutes)
until the water exits the high-pressure
connection without bubbles. Switch off
appliance and reconnect high-pressure
hose.
Connected load
1,7 kW
Mains fuse (slow-blow)
Protective class
10 A
I
Protection class
IP X5
Water connection
Max. feed temperature
Min. feed volume
40
10
°C
Check the water supply.
I/min
MPa
m
Pull out the sieve in the water connec-
tion using flat-nose pliers and clean un-
der running water.
1,2
0,5
Max. feed pressure
Max. Suction height
Performance data
Working pressure
Max. permissible pressure
Appliance does not start, motor hums
Cause: Voltage reduction due to weak
mains supply or when using an extension
cable.
When switching on, first pull the lever of
the trigger gun and then switch the ap-
pliance switch to "I/ON".
11
12
MPa
MPa
MPa
I/min
I/min
1740
6,3
Water flow rate
0,3
Detergent flow rate
Subject to technical modifications!
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