Kärcher K 3.450 Operator's Manual

Kärcher K 3.450 Operator's Manual

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K 3.450
HIGH PRESSURE WASHER - OPERATOR MANUAL
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59635480 04/10
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  • Page 1 K 3.450 HIGH PRESSURE WASHER - OPERATOR MANUAL English Français Español 59635480 04/10...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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. Warning information should be empha- Working with Detergents sized and understood.
  • Page 3: Model Overview

    MODEL OVERVIEW 1 Water inlet with garden hose con- 9 Wheels nector 10 Trigger gun 2 High pressure outlet 11 Trigger gun safety lock 3 ON/OFF switch 12 Key to detach the high-pressure 4 Detergent tank (removeable) hose from the trigger gun 5 Storage for trigger gun 13 High pressure hose 6 Transport handle...
  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING WARNING When using this product basic precau- Risk Of Explosion – Do not spray tions should always be followed, includ- flammable liquids. Do not use acids, alkaline, solvents,  ing the following: or any flammable material in this product.
  • Page 5 built into the plug of the power-supply skin. do not point the gun at anyone or cord. This device provides additional any part of the body. In case of penetra- protection from the risk of electric tion seek medical aid immediately. shock.
  • Page 6: Assembly Instructions

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 2:  Assembly STEP 1:  STEP 3:  OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: STEP 2:   Insert the spray wand of your choice Connect garden hose to unit’s water into the trigger gun. Press in against inlet.
  • Page 7 STEP 3:  STEP 6:  Unlock the trigger gun safety lock. STEP 4:  Trigger the gun to eliminate trapped Connect garden hose to the cold wa- air, wait for a steady flow of water to ter source and turn water on com- emerge from the spray nozzle.
  • Page 8: Using The Accessories

    USING THE ACCESSORIES To apply detergent, the wand must  WARNING be positioned to the lower pressure To avoid serious injury never point setting (Mix). spray nozzle at yourself, other per- Dirtblaster sons or animals. ® Always test an inconspicuous area This nozzle features a 0º...
  • Page 9: Taking A Break ..Five Minutes Or More

    STEP 3: For best results see Cleaning Tips  for specific information on how to Turn on the pressure washer (I). Pull clean different surfaces. trigger to operate unit. Liquid deter- gent is drawn into the unit and mixed Always Use Kärcher Detergent for ®...
  • Page 10: Shutting Down & Clean-Up

    SHUTTING DOWN & CLEAN-UP STEP 1: STEP 5:   Turn the switch to OFF (0) position Disconnect the garden hose from and unplug cord from outlet. the water inlet on the unit. STEP 2:  STEP 6:  Turn off the water source. Disconnect the garden hose from STEP 3: ...
  • Page 11: Winterizing And Long-Term Storage

    WINTERIZING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE 1: Disconnect all water connections. of heat as it may dry out the pump  seals. 2: Turn on the machine for a few  seconds, until the water which had CAUTION remained in the pump exits, turn off Failure to follow the above directions immediately.
  • Page 12: Cleaning Tips

    CLEANING TIPS 6 feet and always apply detergent from CAUTION bottom to top). Allow detergent to re- Before cleaning any surface an in-  main on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not al- conspicuous area should be cleaned low detergent to dry on surface, if to test spray pattern and distance for surface appears to be drying, simply maximum cleaning results.
  • Page 13 keeping the spray nozzle approximately 6-8 inches from the cleaning surface (distance should increase when rinsing pin-striping or other sensitive surfaces). Always clean from top to bottom and from left to right. For best results, wipe surface dry with a chamois or soft dry cloth.
  • Page 14: Optional Cleaning Accessories

    OPTIONAL CLEANING ACCESSORIES siding or windows. The water pressure Optional accessories are available to from your pressure washer causes the further enhance your cleaning capabili- inner brushes to gently spin, making ties. These accessories are accurate as your cleaning job much easier. The an- of the printing date of this manual.
  • Page 15 sure washer, add abrasive material and attack the rust and paint with our eco- friendly alternative. Fits most Kärcher ® pressure washers up to 2300 PSI. (bay- onet) Part No. 2.638-792.0 Detergent Foamer Attachment Ideal for applications which require a thick foam.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Disconnect the machine from the power CAUTION source before making any repair. Symptom Cause Solution Motor will not start On/Off switch is in the “OFF” Turn switch to the “ON” (I) posi- (0) position. tion Power cord is not plugged in. Plug in power cord. Electrical outlet does not sup- Try a different outlet.
  • Page 17 Symptom Cause Solution No detergent. Detergent suction tube not Check connection. properly connected to the machine. Detergent is too thick. Dilute detergent, for best re- sults use Kärcher detergent. ® Filter on detergent suction Run warm water through filter tube is clogged. to remove debris.

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