Karcher SB MB 5-10: Operation

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Switch off the plant, turn the pro-

gramme selection switch at the operat-

ing panel to "STOP". 

The following washing programs are avail-

able:

Stop

Interrupts the programme.

Basic position, washing tools in the tool 

holders.

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Note

STOP function is active in all switch posi-

tions without washing programme.

High-pressure wash

Removes coarse dirt.

Warm water with shampoo

Distance of high pressure nozzle approx 30 

cm.

Foam Wash

Deep cleaning with active foam.

Only use foam brush when the programme 

is running and after the high-pressure 

wash.

Rinse

Rinse off shampoo and foam.

Distance of high pressure nozzle approx 50 

cm.

Hot wax

Warm water with paint protection.

Use after rinsing.

Distance of high pressure nozzle approx 80 

cm.

Top care

For Spot-free drying.

Demineralised water leaves a spot-free 

high gloss finish.

Distance of high pressure nozzle approx 80 

cm.

Dirt Loosening

Removes persistent dirt.

Warm water with special detergent.

Distance of high pressure nozzle approx 30 

cm.

Micro Emulsion

Removes persistent dirt.

Warm water with special detergent.

Distance of high pressure nozzle approx 30 

cm.

Insects Loosening

Loosens insects.

Warm water with special insect removing 

detergent.

Distance of high pressure nozzle approx 30 

cm.

Wheel Cleaning

Loosens brake dust.

Water with special detergent.

Max. soak time 2 minutes.

Application before the car wash and only 

on coated or painted wheels.

Under-chassis Wash

Removing coarse dirt from the underchas-

sis.

Washing cycle begins with a delay of ap-

prox. 10 seconds; drive the vehicle back-

wards and forwards over the under-chassis 

wash.

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Turn the program selection switch to 

the desired cleaning program. 

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Inserting a certain number of tokens or 

coins into the coin mechanism.

–

An invalid coin can be returned by 

pressing the push button and removed 

from the return slot.

–

The remaining value display shows the 

remaining time until the paid washing 

time elapses.

If the orifice of the banknote reader is illumi-

nated, the reader is ready for use.

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Insert the banknote in the banknote 

reader.

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The remaining value display shows the 

remaining time until the paid washing 

time elapses.

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Turn the programme selection switch at 

the operating panel to "STOP". The 

washing time will continue!

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Unlock the lock.

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Pull the coin tray out to the side to re-

move the coin container.

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Unlock the lock of the front plate.

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Pull the locking mechanism down and 

open the front plate.

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Remove and empty the coin box.

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Put the coin box back.

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Close the front plate.

Note:

The front plate can be closed more easily, 

if the locking mechanism is pulled down at 

the same time.

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Lock the lock of the front plate.

If the operating time lock (setting in the 

main switch cabinet) is activated, the coin 

slot and the acceptance of banknotes (op-

tion) is locked. The red LED is on.

The remote control is taken out of operation 

when the main switch is switched off at the 

main switch cabinet.

The bases of a safe operating of the equip-

ment is thr regularly maintenance accord-

ing to the following maintenance plan.

Use only original parts of the manufacturer 

or part suggessted by him, such as

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replacement and wear parts

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Accessory parts

Operation

Switch-off in case of emergency

Washing programmes

Standard programmes

Additional programmes (option)

Programm selection

Programme start

Start by inserting coins

Start by inserting a banknote (option)

Programme abortion

Emptying the coins container

Remote control

Multifunction unit

Operating time lock Shutting down Technical specifications

Remote control

Multifunction unit

Control

Voltage

VDC

24

Coin acceptor

Voltage

VDC

12

Banknote reader (option)

Heating

VAC

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24

Banknote read-

er

VDC

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12

Dimensions

Width

mm

440

1010

Height

mm

525

3270

Depth mm

210

355

Maintenance and care

Maintenance instructions

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1 Locking

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Unlock the lock.

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Pull the coin tray out to the side to re-

move the coin container.

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Pull the lock out.

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Tilt the front plate upward.

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Fold out the support and guide it into 

the recess on the device.

See "Emptying the coin box/multifunction 

unit".

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Open the coin acceptor, and clean the 

coin channel with a moist cloth and 

washing liquid.

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Switch on the main switch of the sys-

tem.

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Open remote control.

1 Unlocking button

2 Banknote reader

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Push the release knob.

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Swivel down the banknote reader and 

remove it from the holder.

Maintenance schedule

Time

Activity

Assembly affect-

ed

Performance

By whom

daily

empty

Coins container

Empty the coin container

Operator

Multifunction 

unit only:

opinion

Tool storage box

Check from the outside for foreing matters and contamination. Re-

move coarse contaminants.

Operator

before the 

frosting 

period

opinion

Tool storage box

Check both outlets for obstruction, clean if necessary.

Operator

After 40 

operating 

hours or 

once a 

week

Clean the filter

Casing exterior 

(stainless steel 

and plastic

Mix detergent "Wash hall and tile cleaner RM 841“ at 10%, apply to 

the surfaces, let it soak for 2 to 3 minutes, do not allow to dry. Rinse 

thoroughly with high pressure jet after the soak time.

Operator

Mix detergent "Wash hall and tile cleaner RM 841“ at 20 %, apply to 

the surfaces, let it soak for 2 to 3 minutes. After the soak-in time, 

clean the surfaces with a moist pad or microfibre cloth and then rinse 

thoroughly by a high pressure jet. If desired, larger areas can be 

cleaned using a rubber edged "Squeegee".

Operator

Care

Casing exterior 

(stainless steel)

Take care of the stainless steel casing using steel cleaner.

Operator

After 80 

operating 

hours or 

once every 

two weeks

Cleaning and 

preserving

All stainless steel 

parts of the case

Remove dirt and deposits. Preserve the parts using special steel 

care oil.

Operator

After 200 

operating 

hours or 

once a 

month

opinion

Program selec-

tion switch

Check the programme selection switch to see that it moves easily.

Operator

opinion

Splash guard of 

coin acceptor

Replace the splash guard if damaged.

Operator

Spray

Lock

Spray lock with lock spray.

Operator

Multifunction 

unit only:

Clean the filter

Tool storage box

Clean the storage boxes.

Operator

Quarterly

Clean the filter

Coin acceptor

Clean the coin mechanism.

Operator

Banknote reader 

(option)

Clean banknote reader.

Operator

Maintenance Works

Open the remote control

Opening the multifunction unit

Clean the coin mechanism

Clean banknote reader (option)

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