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K 2.90 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
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OVERVIEW 2
1. Detergent suction tube with filter 2. On/Off switch 3. High pressure outlet 4. Water inlet with filter 5. Vario Power spray wand 6. Rotating wash brush 7. High pressure hose 8. Trigger gun with safety lock (A) 9. Power cord with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) 10 Accessory compartment
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using this product, basic precautions Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter should always be followed: (GFCI) Protection • Read all the instructions before using the This product is supplied with a Ground Fault Cir- product. cuit Interrupter (GFCI) built into the power cord High pressure jets can be dangerous if plug. This device provides additional protection subject to misuse. The jet must not be from the risk of electric sh
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – continued PRECAUTIONS Water Supply (Cold Water Only) Water hose must be at least 3/4 inch in Never use the pressure washer to draw in diameter. water contaminated with solvents, e.g. Flow rate of water supply must not fall paint thinner, gasoline, oil, etc. below 2.5 GPM (gallons per minute). Always prevent debris from being drawn Flow rate can be determined by running into the unit by using a clean water the water for one minute into an empty source. 5-gallon
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 2 Step 1 Connect the high pressure Insert the spray wand or rotating wash brush into the trigger gun. Press in against the spring tension and twist hose to the high pressure outlet. into the locked position. 5 Step 3 Step 4 Connect the garden hose to Connect garden hose to the cold water source and turn the water inlet. water on completely. Plug the power cord into the power outlet. Step 6 Turn on the pressure Step 5 Unlock the lock of the trigger gun (A). Trigger
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GFCI INSTRUCTIONS Note: The actual appearance of the GFCI may be different from this illustration. Plug the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Press “TEST”, then press “RESET” to (GFCI) into a working outlet assure proper connection to power. USING THE ACCESSORIES Vario power spray wand The spray wand allows you to adjust the cleaning pressure. To clean at maximum pressure, the spray wand must be positioned to the high pressure setting (Max). To apply detergent, the wand must be posi
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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 the washer must be operating at low pressure (Min). Step 1 Install the Wash Brush or Vario spray wand. Set the Vario spray wand to the low pressure setting (Min) by turning the wand collar. The wand must be set in the low pressure position to apply detergents. 7 Step 3 Turn on the pressure w
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SHUTTING DOWN & CLEANUP Step 1 Step 3 Step 4 Step 2 Remove detergent suction Turn off the water Press trigger to Turn the switch to tube from container and source. release water off (0 /OFF) insert into 1 gallon of fresh pressure. position and unplug water. Siphon water at low cord from outlet. pressure for one minute. A 8 B Step 7 Step 5 Step 6 Disconnect the high pressure Release trigger (A) Disconnect the garden hose and engage gun from the water inlet on the unit. hose from the high pressure
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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. If fresh water. If using Kärcher Deck and Patio using Kärcher Deck and Patio or All Purpose Cleaner, place
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CLEANING TIPS – Barbecue Grills, Outdoor Power Purpose Cleaner to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent to dry on Equipment & Gardening Tools surface. If needed use special Wash Brush (with or without detergent) Attachment to remove stubborn dirt. Rinse Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. at high pressure in a sweeping motion If using Kärcher All Purpose Cleaner or keeping the spray nozzle approximately 3-6 Degreaser, place detergent suction tube inches from the cleanin
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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 0 / OFF Turn switch to the 1 /ON 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. adequ
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TROUBLESHOOTING – 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 position. Disch
