KÄRCHER T 7 Plus T-Racer Surface Cleaner

General Notes

Read and follow these original instructions and the safety instructions chapter before using the device for the first time. Keep the original instructions for future reference or for future owners.

Hazard Levels

? DANGER

Indication of an imminent threat of danger that will lead to severe injuries or even death.

⚠️ WARNING

Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to severe injuries or even death.

? CAUTION

Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to minor injuries.

? ATTENTION

Indication of a potentially dangerous situation that may lead to damage to property.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all safety instructions, instructions, illustrations and guidelines that come with the device and the high-pressure cleaner. Observe all basic precautions when using the device and high-pressure cleaner, including all of the instructions on the following pages. Failure to observe the safety instructions, instructions, illustrations and specifications can result in serious injuries and property damage. It is essential that you also observe the local laws, regulations and ordinances.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS MACHINE

Not for commercial use!

⚠️ WARNING

• Children are not allowed to operate the device.
• Supervise children to ensure they do not play with the device.
• The device must not be used by persons (including children) with restricted physical, sensory or mental capabilities or persons lacking the relevant experience and knowledge.
• Keep the work area clear of bystanders, children and animals.
• Do not point the high-pressure jet at people, animals, live electrical equipment or at the device itself.
• Wear suitable safety goggles.
• Do not trigger the high-pressure jet on the high-pressure gun until the T-Racer is on the cleaning surface.
• Risk of recoil! Make sure you have a secure footing and hold the high-pressure gun and extension tube with both hands.
• After finishing the cleaning operation and before working on the T-Racer, switch off the high-pressure cleaner and unplug the T-Racer from the high-pressure gun.

? CAUTION

Note the maximum permissible water temperature 140 °F (60 °C) and the corresponding information in the operating instructions for your high-pressure cleaner.

? ATTENTION

Do not use the device on windows.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE:

Owner/User Responsibility

The owner and/or user must have an understanding of the manufacturer's operating instructions and warnings before using this device.

Warning information should be emphasized and understood. If the operator is not fluent in English, the manufacturer's instructions and warnings shall be read to and discussed with the operator in the operator's native language by the purchaser/owner, making sure that the operator comprehends its contents. Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future reference the manufacturer's instructions.

Intended Use

The T-Racer can be used with all Kärcher Home & Garden high-pressure cleaners from device class K4. You can find detailed information on the device class in the operating instructions for your high-pressure cleaner.

For devices with a year of manufacture up to 1991 you also need an adapter (see "Accessories and spare parts"). For devices manufactured before 2011, you will also need the adapter M 2.643-950.0 for attachment to the machine. It can be ordered at https://www.karcher.com.

The T-Racer is ideal for cleaning floors and walls with different surfaces such as tiles, stone, concrete, plastic and wood. Only use the T-Racer at private households.

Customer Service

Registration

Your device must be registered in order to help with any questions or issues that you have. You can register your device at https://www.karcher-register.com if located in the U.S.A., https://www.karcher/ca if located in Canada, or https://www.karcher.com/mx if located in Mexico.

Warranty

In the case of a warranty claim, you can contact customer support. Please see the contact information listed below for either the USA, Canada, or Mexico. You MUST provide your proof of purchase in order to file a warranty claim either via email, phone, or fax.

USA Customer Service

You can contact our Customer Service department by phone at 1-800-537-4129 or via the website at https://www.karcher-help.com.

Canada Customer Service

You can contact our Customer Service department by phone at 1-800-465-4980 or via the website at https://www.karcher.com/ca.

Mexico Customer Service

You can contact our Customer Service department by phone at 01-800-024-13-13 or via the website at https://www.karcher.com/mx.

Environmental Protection

The packing materials can be recycled. Please dispose of packaging in accordance with the environmental regulations. ♻️

Electrical and electronic appliances contain valuable, recyclable materials and often components such as batteries, rechargeable batteries or oil, which - if handled or disposed of incorrectly - can pose a potential threat to human health and the environment. However, these components are required for the correct operation of the appliance. Appliances marked by this symbol ⚡ are not allowed to be disposed of together with the household waste.

Work with detergents may only be carried out on liquid-tight work areas with a connection to the sewage system. Do not allow detergents to penetrate water or soil.

Notes on the content materials (REACH)

Current information on content materials can be found at: https://www.kaercher.de/REACH

Accessories and spare parts

Only use original accessories and original spare parts. They ensure that the appliance will run fault-free and safely. Information on accessories and spare parts can be found at https://www.kaercher.com.

Scope of delivery

During unpacking, check the contents for completeness. The scope of delivery for your configuration is shown on the packaging. If any accessories are missing or in the event of any shipping damage, please contact your dealer.

Symbols on the device

? DANGER

Danger of injury! Do not reach under the edge of the T-Racer during operation.

Cleaning type: Surface cleaning

Cleaning type: Edge and corner cleaning

Cleaning type: Rinsing function

HARD

For robust surfaces, e.g. tiles, concrete, stone

SOFT

For sensitive surfaces, e.g. wood

Description of the device

Diagram showing the KÄRCHER T 7 Plus T-Racer Surface Cleaner with numbered parts.

Parts:

• 1 Lower extension tube (green marking)
• 2 Upper extension tube (yellow marking)
• 3 Bayonet connection with union nut
• 4 Rotor arm
• 5 Front high-pressure nozzle
• 6 High-pressure nozzle
• 7 Foot switch for edge and corner cleaning
• 8 Foot switch for surface cleaning
• 9 Foot switch for rinsing function
• 10 Height adjustment of rotor arm
• 11 Handle
• 12 Rinsing nozzle
• 13 Casing
• 14 Skids

Installation of extension tubes

Note: Make sure that the device parts are securely connected during installation.

Diagram illustrating the attachment of extension tubes to the T-Racer. Step 1 shows attaching the lower tube, step 2 shows attaching the upper tube.

1. Attach the lower extension tube (green marking) to the T-Racer.

1. Completely unscrew the union nut.
2. Press the bayonet into the socket.
3. Turn the lower extension tube (green marking) 90° until it clicks into place.

2. Tighten the union nut. Repeat the procedure with upper extension tubes (yellow marking) if necessary.

Operation

Note: Extension tubes can be used with any Kärcher accessory.

Note: For an optimal cleaning result, do not operate the high-pressure cleaner in the eco setting.

Cleaning the floor area

Before use, remove coarse dirt from the cleaning surface (e.g. by sweeping it away) in order to avoid damage to the T-Racer.

? ATTENTION

Damage to the rotor arm: The rotor arm can be damaged if it hits edges and corners. Do not drive over free-standing corners and edges.

Diagram showing the T-Racer hitting a corner, with a red cross indicating damage.

? ATTENTION

Do not use the T-Racer for scouring or scrubbing.

? ATTENTION

First check the effectiveness of the device in an inconspicuous place, especially on sensitive surfaces such as wood.

? ATTENTION

Do not stay in one place, always keep the T-Racer moving.

Diagram showing the attachment of the T-Racer to the high-pressure gun with extension tubes.

1. Attach the T-Racer to the high-pressure gun with the extension tube.

1. Completely unscrew the union nut.
2. Press the bayonet of the extension tube into the socket on the high-pressure gun.
3. Turn the high-pressure gun 90° until it clicks into place.

2. Tighten the union nut.

3. Adjust the height adjustment of the rotor arm according to the cleaning surface.

4. Unlock the lever of the trigger gun.

5. Pull the lever of the trigger gun. The device switches on.

6. Clean the floor area, while guiding the T-Racer over the floor area without exerting any force.

Cleaning the wall surface

1. Attach the T-Racer to the high-pressure gun with the lower extension tube (green marking). Do not use the upper extension tube (yellow marking).

1. Completely unscrew the union nut.
2. Press the bayonet of the lower extension tube (green marking) into the socket on the high-pressure gun.
3. Turn the high-pressure gun 90° until it clicks into place.

2. Tighten the union nut.

3. Unlock the lever of the trigger gun.

4. Pull the lever of the trigger gun. The device switches on.

5. Clean the wall surface.

Height adjustment of rotor arm

The distance between the high-pressure nozzles and the cleaning surface is changed by the height adjustment of the rotor arm. Adjust the height adjustment of the rotor arm according to the cleaning task.

Diagram showing the adjustment dial with 'HARD' and 'SOFT' settings.

For powerful cleaning of stubborn dirt on robust surfaces, e.g. tiles, concrete, stone:

1. Set the height adjustment of the rotor arm to "HARD".

For cleaning sensitive surfaces:

2. Set the height adjustment of the rotor arm to "SOFT".

Foot switch for surface cleaning

For cleaning large areas:

1. Press the surface cleaning foot switch. A jet of water emerges from both high-pressure nozzles in the rotor arm.

Foot switch for edge and corner cleaning

Note: Guide the T-Racer along the corner to achieve an optimal cleaning result.

For cleaning corners and edges:

1. Press the foot switch for edge and corner cleaning. A jet of water emerges from the front high-pressure nozzle.

Foot switch for rinsing function

Note: The device has a rinsing function for pre-watering or rinsing the cleaned surface.

For rinsing:

1. Press the rinsing function foot switch. A powerful, but not a high-pressure water jet emerges from the flushing nozzle.

After use

After use, rinse the device with a soft jet of water.

• Remove the T-Racer and any extension tubes from the high-pressure gun.
• Rinse the T-Racer with the high-pressure gun (without additional accessories) or wipe it with a damp cloth.

Transport

⚠️ WARNING

Risk of injury, risk of damage! Be aware of the weight of the device during transportation. Stow or secure the device in accordance with the applicable guidelines so that it does not slide or jostle around during transport.

1. Stow or secure the device so that it does not slide or jostle around in the vehicle when accelerating, braking, cornering or in the event of an accident.

Storage

Store the device in a frost-free place.

Care and service

Installing/removing nozzles

The procedure described applies to all available nozzles on the device.

Diagram showing how to remove and install a nozzle using a clip.

1. Remove the clip.
2. Pull out the high-pressure nozzle.
3. Insert the high-pressure nozzle.
4. Mount the clip.

Cleaning the high-pressure nozzle

1. Remove the high-pressure nozzle.

2. Rinse the high-pressure nozzle with clear water in both directions. If necessary, replace a damaged high-pressure nozzle.

3. Install the high-pressure nozzle.

Replacing the skids

Worn or damaged skids can easily be replaced:

Diagram showing how to remove and replace skids using a tool.

1. Use a suitable tool, such as a screwdriver, to gently push the skid out upwards at the detent.

2. Pull the skid out upwards.

3. Press the new skid lightly into the holder until it clicks into place.

Troubleshooting guide

High-pressure cleaner does not build up pressure or pulsates

High-pressure nozzles clogged or damaged.

1. Remove the high-pressure nozzles.
2. Check the high-pressure nozzles for blockages and clean them if necessary.
3. Check the high-pressure nozzles for damage and replace if necessary.
4. Rinse the T-Racer without jets with clear water.
5. Install the high-pressure nozzles.

Wrong high-pressure nozzle selected.

The device only achieves an optimal cleaning result with the right high-pressure nozzles!

1. Select high-pressure nozzles according to the high-pressure cleaner used.
2. Install high-pressure nozzles.

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