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G 2500 VH
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9.139-179.0 01/06
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HIGH PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR MANUAL Model Overview 3 Owner/User Responsibility Important Safety Instructions 4 The owner and/or user must have an Assembly Instructions 6 understanding of the manufacturer’s Operating Instructions 7 operating instructions and warnings be- fore using this pressure washer. Using the Accessories 8 Warning information should be empha- Working with Detergents 9 sized and understood. Taking a Break 10 If the operator is not fluent in English, Shutting Down & Clean-U
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MODEL OVERVIEW 1 Handle 8 Water inlet with garden hose connector 2 Trigger gun 9 High pressure outlet 3 Trigger gun safety lock 10 Detergent suction tube with filter 4 High pressure hose 11 Quick connect nozzles 5 Gas tank 12 Water inlet filter 6 Spray wand For engine details see engine manual. 7 Dipstick English 3
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read the operating instructions of Do not use acids, alkaline, solvents, the engine manufacturer before or any flammable material in this start-up and follow the safety instruc- product. These products can cause tions carefully. physical injuries to the operator and irreversible damage to the machine. WARNING WARNING When using this product basic pre- cautions should always be followed, Gun Kicks Back – Hold with both including the following: hands. Re
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WATER SUPPLY (Cold Water Only) CAUTION When connecting the water inlet to the water supply mains, local regula- tions of your water company must be observed. In some areas the unit must not be connected directly to the public drinking water supply. This is to ensure that there is no feedback of chemicals into the water supply. Di- rect connection via a receiver tank or backflow preventer, for example, is permitted. Dirt in the feed water will damage the unit. To avoid this risk, we r
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: STEP 5: Attach the handle to the frame of the Attach the wand to the spray gun. pressure washer. Align holes, insert bolts, and tighten with knobs. STEP 6: Pull the spring-loaded collar of the STEP 2: wand back to insert your choice of Mount the gun/hose storage handle. quick connect nozzle. STEP 3: STEP 7: Fasten the rubber grommets in the Release the collar and push the noz- nozzle holder. zle until the collar clicks. STEP 4: WARNING Place the quick
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STEP 8: Attach the high pressure hose to the spray gun. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STEP 5: CAUTION Connect garden hose to the cold wa- Do not run the engine with a high or low ter source and turn water on com- oil level as this can cause engine dam- pletely. age. Do not use hot water. If you have further questions regarding the engine, please refer to the engine STEP 6: manual included with the unit. Unlock the Safety lock. Trigger the gun to eliminate trapped air, wait for STEP 1: a steady
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USING THE ACCESSORIES WARNING Quick connect nozzles High pressure in nozzle area. The color-coded quick connect nozzles Risk of injury caused by improperly provide a wide array of spray widths locked nozzle. from 0° to 65° and are easily accessible Make sure you hear a ‘click’ when in- when placed in the convenient rubber serting the nozzle tip into the wand. nozzle holder. Pull the nozzle to make sure it is 0° spray angle = Red nozzle seated properly before operating For particularly
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WORKING WITH DETERGENTS Detergents can only be applied with Always Use Kärcher Detergent for the black detergent nozzle. Best Results STEP 1: Kärcher biodegradable detergents are specially formulated to protect the envi- Install the black detergent nozzle for ronment and your pressure washer. The detergent application at low pressure. special formula won’t clog the suction STEP 2: tube filter and will protect the internal Fill a container with Kärcher deter- parts of the pressure washer
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TAKING A BREAK ..five minutes or more STEP 1: STEP 2: Move the engine stop switch to the Release trigger and engage gun OFF position. safety lock. For engine details see engine manu- al. SHUTTING DOWN & CLEAN-UP STEP 1: STEP 5: Remove detergent suction tube from container and insert into 1 gallon of Release trigger and engage gun fresh water. safety lock. Siphon water at low pressure for one minute. STEP 2: Move the engine stop switch to the OFF position. Close the fuel valve. STEP 6:
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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Pump Maintenance Kärcher pump The pump on your Kärcher pressure Initial Use washer does not require maintenance. All Kärcher pumps ship with oil already Any attempts to service or alter the inside direct from the factory. There is pump may damage your pressure no need to add oil. washer and void your product warranty. Pump Inspection Engine You should routinely make a visual in- Carry out maintenance tasks for the en- spection of the pressure washer’s gine according
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Cement Patios, Brick and Stone Barbecue Grills, Outdoor Power Equipment & Gardening Tools (with or without detergent). Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. If us- (with or without detergent). Pre-rinse ing Kärcher Pressure Wash or Degreas- cleaning surface with fresh water. If us- er, apply to surface at low pressure. For ing Kärcher Pressure Wash or Degreas- best results, limit your work area to er, apply detergent at low pressure. smaller sections of approximately 25 Allow Pres
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Recommendations Before cleaning any surface an in- conspicuous area should be cleaned to test spray pattern and distance for maximum cleaning results. If painted surfaces are peeling or chipping, use extreme caution as pressure washer may remove the loose paint from the surface. When using on surfaces which might come in contact with food, flush sur- faces with plenty of drinking water. For additional cleaning tips, visit our website at www.karcher-usa.com/ home Optional Accessories O
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TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION Remove the spark plug cable to prevent accidental ignition of the engine before making any repair. Symptom Cause Solution Engine will not No gasoline Fill gas tank start Choke is not in the correct Slide choke lever out to position. closed position. Water pressure built up in the Squeeze the trigger to release machine. the pressure. For additional engine problems refer to the engine manual. Unit does not Diameter of garden hose is too Replace with a 5/8 inch or rea
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Symptom Cause Solution No detergent. Detergent suction tube not prop- Check connection. erly connected to the machine. Detergent is too thick. Dilute detergent, for best re- sults use Kärcher detergent. Filter on detergent suction tube Run warm water through filter is clogged. to remove debris. Damaged or clogged detergent Remove obstruction or re- suction tube. place detergent suction tube. A high pressure nozzle is Replace with black detergent attached. nozzle. Spray nozzle is obstructed. B
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MANUAL DE USUARIO DEL LIMPIADOR DE ALTA PRESIÓN Vista general del modelo 17 Responsabilidades del propieta- Importantes instrucciones de seguri-18 rio/usuario dad El propietario y/o el usuario deben com- Instrucciones de montaje 20 prender bien las instrucciones de servi- Instrucciones de funcionamiento 21 cio y advertencias del fabricante antes Utilicación de los accesorios 22 de empezar a utilizar este limpiador de alta presión. Trabajar con detergentes 23 Debe prestarse especial atención y
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VISTA GENERAL DEL MODELO 1 Asa de transporte 9 Salida de alta presión 2 Pistola de disparo 10 Tubo de succión de detergente con filtro 3 Pestillo de seguridad de la pistola de disparo 11 Boquillas de conexión rápida 4 Manguera de alta presión 12 Dispositivo de filtrado en la entrada del agua 5 Depósito de gasolina Consulte el manual del motor para más 6 Barra pulverizadora información sobre el motor. 7 Varilla del aceite 8 Toma de agua con conector para manguera de jardín Español 17
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INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD Antes de la puesta en marcha, leer No pulverizar sobre conexiones el manual de instrucción del fabri- eléctricas, enchufes o aparatos. cante del motor, especialmente las ADVERTENCIA indicaciones de seguridad. Riesgo de explosión - no pulverizar ADVERTENCIA sobre líquidos inflamables. Al utilizar este producto, tome siempre No usar ácidos, alcalinos, disolven- las precauciones básicas, incluidas las tes, o cualquier material inflamable siguiente
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No tocar las superficies calientes o No usar la limpiadora de alta presión permitir a los accesorios que estén para agua contaminada con disol- en contacto con las superficies ca- ventes, por ejemplo para diluir pintu- lientes. ra, gasolina, aceite etc. No permitir a la manguera de alta Evitar que entren escombros en la presión que esté en contacto con la unidad, para ello use una fuente de cinta de protección. agua limpia. No dejar la máquina sin supervisión No utilizar la limpiadora
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INSTRUCCIONES DE MONTAJE PASO 1: PASO 5: Conectar el mango al bastidor de la Conectar la barra con la pistola pul- limpiadora a presión. Alinear orifi- verizadora. cios, insertar pernos y apretar con la empuñadura. PASO 6: Colocar el cuello con resorte a la ba- PASO 2: rra para insertar la boquilla rápida de Montar el mango de almacenamien- conexión elegida. to de la pistola/manguera. PASO 7: PASO 3: Soltar el cuello y empujar la boquilla Fije el ojal de goma. hasta que encaje. PASO
