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G 2000 MK
English 2
Español 17
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9.139-204.0 05/07
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HIGH PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR MANUAL Warning information should be emphasized Model Overview 3 and understood. Important Safety Instructions 4 If the operator is not fluent in English, the Assembly Instructions 6 manufacturer’s instructions and warnings Operating Instructions 6 shall be read to and discussed with the op- Using the Accessories 9 erator in the operator’s native language by Working with Detergents 9 the purchaser/owner, making sure that the Taking a Break 10 operator comprehen
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MODEL OVERVIEW 1 Handle 8 Spark plug 2 High pressure hose (not shown) 3 Spray wand 9 Detergent suction tube with filter 4Gas tank 10 High pressure outlet 5Choke 11 Dipstick (not shown) 12 Trigger gun 6 Water inlet filter 13 Trigger gun safety lock 7 Water inlet with garden hose connector 14 Gun/hose storage hanger For engine details see engine manual. English 3
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read the operating instructions of the juries to the operator and irreversible engine manufacturer before start-up damage to the machine. and follow the safety instructions care- fully. WARNING WARNING Gun Kicks Back – Hold with both hands. When using this product basic precautions The Trigger Gun Safety Lock prevents should always be followed, including the the trigger from accidentally being en- following: gaged. This safety feature DOES NOT Read al
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which could cause poor engine opera- WARNING tion. Do not check for spark with the spark SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS plug removed. Do not touch the high-voltage cord or spark plug cap. Do not stop the machine by using the choke lever. Do not unreasonably adjust the engine speed. Do not place hands or feet near moving or rotating parts. Do not operate machine with combusti- ble material in the muffler area. CAUTION Do not touch hot surfaces or allow ac- cessories to contact hot surf
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: STEP 3: Attach the handle to the frame of the Attach the high pressure hose to the pressure washer. Align holes, insert spray gun. bolts, and tighten with knobs. STEP 4: STEP 2: Attach the wand to the spray gun. Mount the gun/hose storage hanger. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Please follow the instructions step-by-step. Failure to follow the instructions explicitly could lead to premature failure of the en- gine. CAUTION Engine shipped without oil. Before starting
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STEP 4: CAUTION Connect garden hose to unit’s water in- Too much oil can cause the engine to over- let. heat. Signs include but are not limited to the STEP 5: following: a decrease in engine perfor- mance, oil leaking from the governor arm, Connect garden hose to the cold water an oil seal, or the air filter. source and turn water on completely. To correct this, immediately drain the oil Do not use hot water. from the engine and make sure you are us- STEP 6: ing the correct amount of oil
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STEP 9: STEP 13: Push the engine switch to the ON posi- Move back the CHOKE lever to the tion. RUN position as indicated. STEP 10: Open fuel valve. NOTE: – Always check engine oil and gasoline before operating your pressure washer. – Do NOT overfill engine oil – Move CHOKE lever to the RUN position once the engine runs warm and stable. – A WARM start require the CHOKE lever to be in the CHOKE position. STEP 11: Set CHOKE lever to the CHOKE posi- tion. STEP 12: Pull the starter handle.
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USING THE ACCESSORIES High / Low pressure nozzle This nozzle features four positions. The After pulling backwards to high pressure, high setting (+) provides a steady powerful turn wand left or right to change the spray high pressure spray pattern, for general pattern between point jet and flat jet. cleaning. The low setting (-) creates a low presure spray pattern. Note: Detergent is applied with the nozzle set at low pressure. WARNING To avoid serious injury never point spray nozzle at
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gents, check your retailer or visit our web- – Degreaser site: CAUTION www.karcher-usa.com/home Never use: Kärcher detergents available in USA / – Bleach, Chlorine products and other Mexico: corrosive chemicals – All Purpose & Vehicle Cleaner – Liquids containing solvents (i.e., paint – Exterior House Cleaner thinners, gasoline, oils) – Deck & Patio Cleaner – Tri-sodium phosphate products – Heavy Duty Degreaser – Ammonia products – Acid-based products Kärcher detergents available in Canada:
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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Kärcher pump Kärcher-Authorized Service Center for re- Initial Use pair. (You can locate a service center in All Kärcher pumps ship with oil already in- your area online at www.karcher-usa.com/ side direct from the factory. There is no service.) need to add oil. Pump Maintenance Pump Inspection The pump on your Kärcher pressure wash- You should routinely make a visual inspec- er does not require maintenance. Any at- tion of the pressure washer’s pump. If you tempts to
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Regular inspection table: Inspection and tightening of bolts and nuts. x Check engine oil and add if necessary. x Change of engine oil only x first time Check for fuel and oil leaks. x Check and cleaning of air filter x Clean around the recoil starter x Clean the muffler cover. x Check and clean the spark plug. x Removal of carbon in combustion chamber. by distributor only Check and adjustment of valve clearance. by distributor only Replace the fuel lines. 3 years (or when necessary) 12 English
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CLEANING TIPS Deck Cleaning Cement Patios, Brick and Stone (with or without detergent). Pre-rinse (with or without detergent). Pre-rinse deck and surrounding area with fresh wa- cleaning surface with fresh water. If using ter. If using Kärcher Deck Wash, apply to Kärcher Pressure Wash or Degreaser, ap- surface at low pressure. For best results, ply to surface at low pressure. For best re- limit your work area to smaller sections of sults, limit your work area to smaller approximately 25 squar
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Barbecue Grills, Outdoor Power Recommendations Equipment & Gardening Tools Before cleaning any surface an incon- spicuous area should be cleaned to test (with or without detergent). Pre-rinse spray pattern and distance for maxi- cleaning surface with fresh water. If using mum cleaning results. Kärcher Pressure Wash or Degreaser, ap- ply detergent at low pressure. Allow Pres- If painted surfaces are peeling or chip- sure Wash to remain on surface 1-3 ping, use extreme caution as pressure m
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TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION Remove the spark plug cable to prevent ac- cidental ignition of the engine before mak- ing any repair. Symptom Cause Solution Engine will not start No gasoline Fill gas tank Engine switch is in the OFF position. Push the engine switch to the ON position. Fuel valve is closed Open fuel valve. Water pressure built up in the ma- Squeeze the trigger to release chine. the pressure. Unit does not reach Diameter of garden hose is too Replace with a 5/8 inch or larger high p
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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 suc- Remove obstruction or replace tion tube. detergent suction tube. Spray nozzle is obstructed. Blow out or remove debris with fine needle. Garden hose con- Loose fittings.
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MANUAL DE USUARIO DEL LIMPIADOR DE ALTA PRESIÓN Vista general del modelo 18 Responsabilidades del propietario/ Instrucciones de seguridad 19 usuario Instrucciones de montaje 21 El propietario y/o el usuario deben compren- Instrucciones de funcionamiento 21 der bien las instrucciones de servicio y ad- Utilicación de los accesorios 24 vertencias del fabricante antes de empezar Trabajar con detergentes 24 a utilizar este limpiador de alta presión. Tomarse un descanso 25 Debe prestarse especial ate
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VISTA GENERAL DEL MODELO 1 Asa de transporte 9 Tubo de succión de detergente con filtro 2 Manguera de alta presión 10 Salida de alta presión 3 Barra pulverizadora 11 Varilla del aceite 4 Depósito de gasolina 12 Pistola de disparo 5 estrangulador 13 Pestillo de seguridad de la pistola de dis- paro (no mostrado) 14 Soporte de almacenamiento de la pisto- 6 Dispositivo de filtrado en la entrada del la/manguera agua Consulte el manual del motor para más in- 7 Toma de agua con conector para man- form
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INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD Antes de la puesta en marcha, leer el No usar ácidos, alcalinos, disolventes, o manual de instrucción del fabricante del cualquier material inflamable con este motor, especialmente las indicaciones producto. Estos productos pueden cau- de seguridad. sar heridas físicas al operario y daños irreparables a la máquina. ADVERTENCIA ADVERTENCIA Al utilizar este producto, tome siempre las precauciones básicas, incluidas las siguien- La pistola rebota h
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dañado o hay fugas, y ni se detecta algo No opere la máquina con material com- anormal, repárelo o sustitúyalo. bustible cerca de la cinta. Inspeccione ocasionalmente los compo- ATENCIÓN nentes del sistema de combustible por si No tocar las superficies calientes o per- hubiese fisuras o fugas. Sustituya los mitir a los accesorios que estén en con- componentes cuando sea necesario. tacto con las superficies calientes. La máquina tiene superficies calientes ADVERTENCIA que pueden causa
