Karcher K 5.540 Winterizing and LONG-TERM Storage, Care and Maintenance Instructions

WINTERIZING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE

1: Disconnect all water connec- tions.

2: Turn on the machine for a few seconds, until the water which had remained in the pump exits, turn off immediately.

3: Do not allow high pressure hose to become kinked.

4: Store the machine and accesso- ries in a room which does not reach freezing temperatures. DO NOT store near furnace or other sources

of heat as it may dry out the pump seals.

￿CAUTION

Failure to follow the above directions will result in damage to the pump as- sembly and accessories and will void the warranty.

Kärcher® also recommends the regular practice of using a pump protector like “Kärcher® Pump Guard” to prevent cold weather damage during storage in the winter months.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Cleaning the water inlet filter	 STEP 3:
	Reinsert water inlet filter.
 STEP 1:
Pull out water inlet filter with flat-
nose pliers.
	Maintenance

STEP 2:

Rinse out water inlet filter in warm water.

The unit is maintenance-free.

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