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Model K 240 plus Part No. 1.223–585.0
High Pressure Washer Operator Manual
Overview ........................................................................ 2
Precautions ................................................................. 2-4
Assembly Instructions.................................................... 4
Operating Instructions ................................................... 5
GFCI Instructions ........................................................... 6
Using the Accessories .
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Model K 240 plus OVERVIEW Item Description 1. On/Off switch 2. High pressure outlet 3. Water inlet with internal water filter 4. Dirtblaster wand 5. High/Low spray wand 6. Spray wand extension 7. Trigger gun 8. Trigger gun safety lock 9. High pressure hose 10. Power cord 11. Ground fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) 12. Detergent Tank (removable) 2 NEVER! Never point nozzle at people or animals. Never drink alcohol or use drugs while operating this equipment. Never operate while standing in water
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER PROTECTION WARNING – When using this product basic This pressure washer is provided with a precautions should always be followed, ground-fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI) built into including the following: the plug of the power-supply cord. This device • Read all the instructions before using the provides additional protection from the risk of product. electric shock. Should replacement of the plug
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – continued Water Supply (Cold Water Only) • The water supply temperature must not • Water hose must be at least 3/4 inch in exceed 104°F/40°C. diameter. • Never use the pressure washer to draw in • Flow rate of water supply must not fall water contaminated with solvents, e.g. below 2.5 GPM (gallons per minute). paint thinners, gasoline, oil, etc. • Flow rate can be determined by running the • Always prevent debris from being drawn water for one minute into an empty“ 5- int
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 2 Insert the spray wand of your choice into the wand extension. Push in Step 1 Connect the high pressure hose to the unit’s high and turn clockwise to lock spray wand in place. pressure outlet. 5 Step 4 Step 3 Connect garden hose to the cold water Connect garden hose to unit’s water inlet. source and turn water on completely. Step 5 Step 6 Plug the power cord into the power outlet. Unlock Turn on the pressure washer (ON). the lock of the trigger gun. Press “TEST”, t
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GFCI INSTRUCTIONS Note: The actual appearance of the GFCI may be different from this illustration. Step 1 Plug the Ground Fault Circuit Step 2 Press “TEST”, then press Interrupter (GFCI) into a working “RESET” to assure proper outlet connection to power. USING THE ACCESSORIES ® High/low spray wand Dirtblaster spray wand The High/low spray wand allows you to adjust This wand features a 0º pencil jet which rotates 360º for maximum dirt cutting action, 6 the cleaning pressure. To clean at maximum
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WORKING WITH DETERGENTS Karcher Pressure washers operate 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 8 & 9 for specific information on how to clean different surfaces. Step 1 To apply detergents Install the Wash brush or the high/low spray wand. Always Use Karcher Push in and turn clockwise Detergents for Best Re
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SHUTTING DOWN & CLEAN-UP Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Remove detergent Turn the switch to Turn off the water Press trigger to suction tube from “OFF” position and source. release water container and insert into unplug cord from pressure. 1 gallon of fresh water. outlet. Siphon water at low pressure for one minute. 8 Step 5 Step 6 Disconnect the high pressure hose from the high pressure Disconnect the garden hose from the water inlet on the unit. outlet and engage the gun safety lock. TAKING A BRE
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CLEANING TIPS Deck Cleaning Cement Patios, (with or without detergent) Brick and Stone Pre-rinse deck and surrounding area with (with or without detergent) fresh water. If using Kärcher Deck Wash, Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. If place detergent suction tube directly into using Karcher All Purpose Cleaner, place cleaning solution and apply to surface at low detergent suction tube directly into cleaning pressure. For best results, limit your work solution and apply to surface at lo
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CLEANING TIPS – continued Barbecue Grills, Outdoor Patio & Lawn Furniture (with or without detergent) Power Equipment & Pre-rinse furniture and surrounding area Gardening Tools with fresh water. If using Kärcher All (with or without detergent) Purpose Cleaner, place detergent suction Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. tube directly into cleaning solution and If using Kärcher All Purpose Cleaner or apply to surface at low pressure. Allow Degreaser, place detergent suction tube Kärcher
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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” Turn switch to the “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. 12/2 gauge cord or a 50 Extension cord is damaged. ft. 10/2 gauge cord. Electrical outlet does not supply Try a different outlet. adequate
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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
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Modelo K 240 plus Part No. 1.223–585.0 Manual del Operador para la Máquina Lavadora de Alta Presión Generalidades ........................................................................... 2 Precauciones ........................................................................ 2-4 Instrucciones de Ensamblaje .................................................... 4 Instrucciones de Operación ...................................................... 5 Instrucciones del Disyuntor de Cortocircuito a Tie
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MODELO K 240 plus GENERALIDADES Artículo Description 1. Interruptor On/Off 2. Salida de alta presión 3. Entrada de agua 4. Lanza con boquilla rotante 5. Lanza de alta / baja presión 6. Extensión de lanza 7. La pistola 8. Aldaba de seguridad del gatillo de la pistola 9. Manguera de alta presión 10. Cable eléctrico 11. Disyuntor de Cortocircuito a Tierra (GFCI) 12. Depósito del detergente 2 ¡NUNCA ! Nunca apunte la manguera a personas o animales. Nunca beba alcohol o utilice drogas mientras oper
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PRECAUCIONES IMPORTANTES - ¡Lea Primero! Precauciones de Cables de Extensión Seguridad Utilice las medidas adecuadas: Hasta 25 pies = 12/2 AWG; 25 a 50 pies = 10/2 AWG. Utilice Cuando utilice este producto siempre debe solamente cables de extensión para uso en seguir estas precauciones básicas: exteriores. Estos cables de extensión se identifican por el texto “Acceptable for use • Lea todas las instrucciones antes de utilizar with outdoor appliances: store indoors while el producto. not in use”.
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PRECAUCIONES IMPORTANTES - continuación Suministro de Agua (Solamente Agua Fría) • La manguera de agua debe tener un • La temperatura del agua no debe exceder diámetro mínimo de 3/4 de pulgada. de 104°F/40°C. • La velocidad de flujo del agua no debe caer • Nunca utilice la máquina lavadora de por debajo de 2.5 GPM (galones por presión para lanzar agua contaminada con minuto). solventes, por ejemplo, thinner, gasolina, aceite, etc. • La velocidad d e flujo puede determinarse haciendo correr el ag
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INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACION Paso 1 Conecte la manguera de alta presión a Paso 2 Inserte la lanza con boquilla que la salida de alta presión de la máquina. usted elija en la extensión de la lanza. Oprima haciendo presión en contra de la tensión del resorte y de le vuelta a la lanza para asegurarlo en posición. 5 5 Paso 3 Conecte la manguera de jardín a la Paso 4 Conecte la manguera de entrada de agua de la máquina. jardín a la toma de agua fría y abra completamente la llave de agua. Paso 5 Co
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INSTRUCCIONES DEL DISYUNTOR DE CORTOCIRCUITO A TIERRA (GFCI) Nota: La apariencia real del Disyuntor de Cortocircuito a Tierra (GFCI) puede ser diferente a esta ilustración.. Paso1 Conecte el Disyuntor de Paso2 Oprima "TEST" (Prueba), Cortocircuito a Tierra (GFCI) a una después oprima "RESET" (Restablecer) toma de corriente. para asegurar la conexión adecuada a la toma de corriente. UTILIZANDO LOS ACCESORIOS Cepillo de lavar Lanza de alta / baja presión Esta lanza ejecuta un chorro de lápiz fino
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TRABAJANDO CON DETERGENTES Las lavadoras de presión Kärcher operan en dos presiones. La alta presión sirve para limpiar, pero no puede aplicar detergentes. Éstos solamente pueden aplicarse en presión baja. Para obtener mejores resultados vea las Sugerencias de Limpieza en las páginas 9 y 10 sobre información específica para saber cómo limpiar diferentes superficies. Siempre utilice detergentes Kärcher para obtener mejores resultados. Paso1 Para aplicar detergentes, instale el cepillo de lavar
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DESCONECTADO Y LIMPIEZA Paso 1 Paso 2 Paso 3 Paso 4 Quite el tubo de succión Coloque el inter- Cierre la toma de Oprima el gatillo de detergente del ruptor en posición agua. de la pistola para recipiente e insértelo en apagado “OFF” y liberar la presión un galón de agua limpia. desconecte el cable del agua. Aspire el agua a baja de la toma de presión por un minuto. corriente. 8 Paso 5 Paso 6 Desconecte la manguera de Desconecte la manguera de alta presión de la salida de alta jardín de la entrad
