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K 395 M
High Pressure Washer
Operator Manual
Overview .........................................2
Important Precautions .............. 3 - 4
Assembly Instructions ....................4
Operating Instructions ....................5
Using the Accessories ................... 6
Working with Detergents ................ 7
Shutting Down & Clean-Up ............ 8
Taking a Break ................................8
Winterizing and Long-Term
Storage ............................................8
Care and Mainte
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Model K 395 M OVERVIEW Item Description 1. Vario Spray wand 2. Rotating spray wand 3. Trigger gun 4. Trigger gun safety lock 5. High pressure hose 6. Mobile adapter bracket (qty. 2) 7. Power cord & GFCI 8. Hose/cord caddy 9. Trigger gun holder 10. Detergent tank 11.On/Off switch 12. Detergent filter & suction tube 13. High pressure outlet 14. Water inlet 15.Package of 6 screws (not pictured) 2 NEVER! Never point nozzle at people or animals. Never drink alcohol or use drugs while operating this
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First! the product from the extension cord. If you are 2 Safety Warnings using an extension cord, it should always be When using this product, basic precautions completely unwound from the cable drum. should always be followed: GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT • Read all the instructions before using the INTERRUPTER (GFCI) PROTECTION product. This product is supplied with a Ground Fault High pressure jets can be dangerous if Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) built into the power sub
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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 below 2.5 GPM (gallons per minute). in 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 2 Insert the spray wand of your choice into the Step 1 trigger gun. Press in against the spring Connect the high pressure hose to the unit’s tension and twist into the locked position. high pressure outlet. 5 Step 3 Step 4 Connect garden hose to unit’s water inlet. Connect garden hose to the cold water source and turn water on completely. Step 5 Step 6 Plug the power cord into the power outlet. Turn on the pressure Unlock the lock of the trigger gun. Trigger the washe
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GFCI INSTRUCTIONS Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Plug the Ground Fault Circuit If the GFCI light Press the Interrupter (GFCI) into a glows, press the “Test” button “Reset” button to restore working outlet. until the light goes out. power to the washer. 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 setting (+). To apply detergent, the wand must be positioned to the
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Working with detergents Detergents can only be applied 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 Karcher biodegradable detergents are“specially Install the Vario spray wand into the trigger formulated to protect the environment and your gun. Set the Vario spray wand to the low pressure washer. Special formula won’t clog the pressure setting (–) by tur
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SHUTTING DOWN & CLEAN-UP Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Press trigger to Remove detergent Insert detergent Turn the switch to suction tube from suction tube into 1 off (O) position and release water pressure. detergent tank. gallon of fresh water. unplug cord from Siphon water at low outlet. Turn off the pressure for one water source. minute. 8 Step 5 Step 6 Disconnect the garden hose Disconnect the high pressure hose from the high pressure from the water inlet on the outlet and engage the gun safe
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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 Cement Patios, Deck Cleaning Brick and Stone (with or without detergent) Pre-rinse deck and surrounding area with fresh (with or without detergent) water. If using Kärcher Deck Wash, place Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. If detergent suction tube directly into cleaning using Karch
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CLEANING TIPS – continued Barbecue Grills, Outdoor Power Patio & Lawn Furniture Equipment & Gardening Tools (with or without detergent) 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
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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 Check connection. properly 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
