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K 3.99 M
High Pressure
Washer Operator
Manual
Overview ....................................... 2
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS .. 3 - 4
Assembly Instructions .................. 4
Operating Instructions .................. 5
GFCI Instructions ......................... 6
Using the Accessories ................. 6
Working with Detergents ............... 7
Shut Down and Clean-Up .............. 8
Taking a Break .............................. 8
Winterizing and Long-Term
Storage .................................
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OVERVIEW Item Description 1. Power cord with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) 2. Trigger gun 3. Trigger gun safety lock 4. High pressure hose 5. Water inlet with filter and garden hose connector 6. Transport handle 7. Accessory compartment 8. Detergent suction tube with filter 9. High pressure outlet 10. On/Off switch 11 Vario Spray wand 12 Rotating spray wand 2 NEVER! Never point nozzle at people or animals. Never drink alcohol or use drugs while operating this equipment. Never operate w
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First! extension cord from the receptacle before 2 Safety Warnings disconnecting the product from the extension When using this product, basic precautions cord. If you are using an extension cord, it should always be followed: should always be completely unwound from • Read all the instructions before using the cable drum. the product. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter High pressure jets can be dangerous if (GFCI) Protection subject to misuse. The jet must not be T
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – continued PRECAUTIONS Water Supply (Cold Water Only) Water hose must be at least 3/4 inch in The water supply temperature must not exceed 104°F/40°C. diameter. Flow rate of water supply must not fall Never use the pressure washer to draw in below 2.5 GPM (gallons per minute). water contaminated with solvents, e.g. paint thinners, gasoline, oil, etc. Flow rate can be determined by running the water for one minute into an empty“ Always prevent debris from being
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 1 Step 1 Step 2 Step 2 Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Step 2 Step 2 Step 2 Connect the high pressure hose to the high Insert the spray wand of your choice into the pressure outlet. trigger gun. Press in against the spring tension and twist into the locked position. 5 Step 3 Step 3 Step 3 Step 3 Step 3 Step 4 Step 4 Step 4 Step 4 Step 4 Connect garden hose to the cold water Connect the garden hose to the water inlet. source and turn water on completely. Step 5 Step 5 Step 5 Step
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GFCI INSTRUCTIONS Note: The actual appearance of the GFCI may be different from this illustration. Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Step 2 Step 2 Step 2 Step 1 Step 1 Step 2 Step 2 Plug the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Press “TEST”, then press “RESET” to assure (GFCI) into a working outlet proper connection to power. USING THE ACCESSORIES Vario spray wand The Vario spray wand allows you to adjust the cleaning pressure. To clean at maximum pressure, the Vario wand must be positioned to the high pressure
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Working with detergents Karcher pressure washers operate only at two pressures. The high pressure setting is used for cleaning, you cannot apply detergents when working at high pressure. To apply detergents you must be operating at low pressure (–). For best results see Cleaning Tips on pages 9 & 10 for specific information on how to clean different surfaces. Always Use Karcher Detergents for Best Results. Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Install the Vario spray wand. Set Karcher biodegradable
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SHUTTING DOWN & CLEAN-UP Step 2 Step 2 Step 2 Step 2 Step 2 Step 3 Step 3 Step 3 Step 3 Step 3 Step 4 Step 4 Step 4 Step 4 Step 4 Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Step 1 Remove detergent suction Turn the switch to off Turn off the water Press trigger to (O) position and source. release water tube from container and insert into 1 gallon of fresh unplug cord from pressure. outlet. water. Siphon water at low pressure for one minute. 8 Step 5 Step 5 Step 5 Step 5 Step 5 Step 6 Step 6 Step 6 Step 6 Step 6
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Maintenance The unit is maintenance-free. Cleaning the water inlet filter Pull out the water inlet filter with flat-nose pliers and rinse out in warm water. CLEANING TIPS Deck Cleaning Cement Patios, Brick and Stone (with or without detergent) (with or without detergent) Pre-rinse deck and surrounding area with Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. fresh water. If using Kärcher Deck and Patio If using Kärcher Deck and Patio or All Cleaner, place detergen
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CLEANING TIPS – continued Barbecue Grills, Outdoor Power Patio & Lawn Furniture (with or without detergent) Equipment & Gardening Tools Pre-rinse furniture and surrounding area (with or without detergent) with fresh water. If using Kärcher All Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. Purpose Cleaner, place detergent suction If using Kärcher All Purpose Cleaner or tube directly into cleaning solution and apply Degreaser, place detergent suction tube to surface at low pressure. Allow Kärcher A
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TROUBLESHOOTING Disconnect the machine from the power source before making any repair. Symptom Cause Solution Motor will not start On/Off switch is in the “OFF” (O) Turn switch to the “ON” (I) position position. Power cord is not plugged in. Plug in power cord. Extension cord is too long. Replace extension cord with either Extension cord is not proper gauge. “a 25 ft. 12/3 gauge cord or a 50 Extension cord is damaged. ft. 10/3 gauge cord. Electrical outlet does not supply Try a different outlet.
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TROUBLESHOOTING – continued Symptom Cause Solution No detergent. Detergent suction tube not properly Check connection. connected to the machine. Detergent is too thick. Dilute detergent, for best results use Kärcher detergent. Filter on detergent suction tube is Run warm water through filter to clogged. remove debris. Damaged or clogged detergent Remove obstruction or replace suction tube. detergent suction tube. Spray wand is in high“pressure Turn spray wand tip to low position. pressure positi
