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Kärcher K 240 Owner's Manual

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Model K 240

High Pressure Washer

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Using the Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Working with Detergents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Shut Down and Clean-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Taking a Break . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Winterizing and Long-Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Cleaning Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
Optional Cleaning Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11

Specifications

Operating pressure
Water volume
Voltage
Amp draw
Part No. 1.189-107.0
1300 PSI
1.5 GPM
120 V
14 AMPS

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Model K 240 Part No. 1.189-107.0 High Pressure Washer Overview ........1 Precautions .

  • Page 2: Overview

    Model K 240 OVERVIEW Item Description 6. High pressure hose 7. On/Off switch 1. High/Low Spray wand 8. Detergent suction tube (not pictured) 2. Rotary Lance 9. Detergent filter (not pictured) 3. Spray wand extension 10. High pressure outlet 4. Soap nozzle 11.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First! Safety Warnings edges. Always disconnect the extension cord from the receptacle before disconnecting the product from the extension cord. If you are When using this product basic precautions using an extension cord, it should always be should always be followed: completely unwound from the cable drum.

  • Page 4: Precautions

    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.

  • Page 5: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 1 Step 2 Connect garden hose to the cold Plug the power cord into the power water source and turn water on completely. outlet. Trigger the gun to eliminate trapped air, wait for a steady flow of water to emerge from the spray nozzle.

  • Page 6: Using The Accessories

    USING THE ACCESSORIES The pressure washer has two fully automatic pressure settings, depending on the wand or nozzle installed. High/low spray wand Soap Nozzle This wand features two positions. The high This nozzle attaches directly to the spray setting provides a steady powerful 15º high wand extension and is used to apply deter- pressure spray pattern, for general cleaning.

  • Page 7: Working With Detergents

    Special formula won’t clog the suction tube filter and will protect the internal parts of the pressure washer for a longer life. For Karcher Detergents, check your retailer or call: 1-800-537-4129 The following Karcher detergents are...

  • Page 8: Shut Down And Clean-Up

    SHUTTING DOWN & CLEAN-UP Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Remove de- tergent suction tube from Turn the switch to Turn off the water Press trigger to container and insert into off position and source. release water 1 gallon of fresh water. unplug cord from pressure.

  • Page 9: Cleaning Tips

    6-8 inch- Allow Karcher Detergent to remain on sur- es from the cleaning surface (distance face 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent to...

  • Page 10: Optional Cleaning Accessories

    • Before cleaning any surface an inconspicu- non-sensitive metal surfaces, you may ous area should be cleaned to test spray want to use the Karcher Rotating Nozzle pattern and distance for maximum cleaning Spray Wand. results. Caution: Do not use rotating nozzle spray •...

  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Disconnect the machine from the power source before making any repair. Symptom Cause Solution On/Off switch is in the Turn switch to the “ON” position Motor will not start “OFF” position. Power cord is not plugged in. Plug in power cord. Push the GFCI reset button on the The GFCI tripped.

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    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 Run warm water through filter to tube is clogged.

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