HIGH PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR MANUAL Model Overview Owner/User Responsibility Important Safety Instructions The owner and/or user must have an Assembly Instructions understanding of the manufacturer’s Operating Instructions operating instructions and warnings be- Using the Accessories fore using this pressure washer. Working with Detergents Warning information should be empha- Taking a Break...
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.
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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.
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 wand back to insert your choice of STEP 2: quick connect nozzle.
STEP 8: Attach the high pressure hose to the spray gun. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STEP 6: CAUTION Unlock the Safety lock. Trigger the Do not run the engine with a high or low gun to eliminate trapped air, wait for oil level as this can cause engine dam- a steady flow of water to emerge age.
USING THE ACCESSORIES 65° spray angle = Black detergent Quick connect nozzles nozzle 0° spray angle = Red nozzle For operating with detergent or cleaning For particularly stubborn accumulation with negligible pressure. of grime. Not recommended for soft materials like sidings, decks, painted surfaces, cars.
WORKING WITH DETERGENTS Detergents can only be applied with the manufacturer. The use of other the black detergent nozzle. cleaning detergents may affect the op- eration of the machine and void the war- STEP 1: ranty. Install the black detergent nozzle for Always Use Kärcher Detergent for detergent application at low pres- Best Results...
TAKING A BREAK ..five minutes or more STEP 1: For engine details see engine manu- Engine with manual throttle: STEP 2: Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position. Allow the engine to idle for Release trigger and engage gun a few seconds, then move the throt- safety lock.
WINTERIZING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE 1: Disconnect all water connections. CAUTION 2: Turn on the machine for a few Failure to follow the above directions seconds, until the water which had will result in damage to the pump as- remained in the pump exits, turn off sembly and accessories.
CLEANING TIPS sweeping motion keeping the spray Deck Cleaning nozzle approximately 6 inches from the (with or without detergent). Pre-rinse cleaning surface. deck and surrounding area with fresh CAUTION water. If using Kärcher Deck Wash, ap- Do not use Dirtblaster spray nozzle ply to surface at low pressure.
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clean from top to bottom and from left to sults, clean from top to bottom and from right. For best results, wipe surface dry left to right. with a chamois or soft dry cloth. CAUTION CAUTION Do not use Dirtblaster spray nozzle Do not use Dirtblaster spray nozzle on patio or lawn furniture as it may on vehicles as it may cause damage.
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.
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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.