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Model K 260 M
High Pressure Washer Operator Manual
Overview ........................................................................ 2
Precautions ................................................................. 2-4
Assembly Instructions .................................................... 4
Operating Instructions ................................................... 5
GFCI Instructions ........................................................... 6
Using the Accessories ................................................... 6
Working with Detergents ................................................ 7
Shut Down and Clean-Up .............................................. 8
Taking a Break ................................................................ 8
Winterizing and Long-Term Storage .............................. 8
Cleaning Tips ............................................................ 9-10
Optional Cleaning Accessories .................................... 10
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 11-12
Specifications
Operating pressure
Water volume
Voltage
Amp draw
In USA Call:
1-800-537-4129
or visit our website:
www.karcher-usa.com
1400 PSI
1.6 GPM
120 V
14 AMPS
Part No. 1.415-152.0
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Model K 260 M Part No. 1.415-152.0 High Pressure Washer Operator Manual Overview ................ 2 Precautions ..............2-4 Assembly Instructions ............ 4 Operating Instructions ........... 5 GFCI Instructions ............6 Using the Accessories ........... 6 Working with Detergents ..........7 Shut Down and Clean-Up .......... -
Page 2: Overview
Model K 260 M OVERVIEW Item Description 1. On/Off switch 2. High pressure outlet 3. Water inlet with internal water filter 4. Detergent filter 5. Detergent suction tube 6. Dirtblaster wand 7. High/Low spray wand 8. Spray wand extension 9. Trigger gun 10. - Page 3 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First! GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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.
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Page 4: Assembly Instructions
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 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 pressure outlet. in place. Step 4 Step 3 Connect garden hose to the cold water Connect garden hose to unit’s water inlet. -
Page 6: Gfci Instructions
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 ®... -
Page 7: Working With Detergents
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 &... -
Page 8: Shut Down And Clean-Up
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 source. release water “OFF” position and container and insert into pressure. unplug cord from 1 gallon of fresh water. -
Page 9: Cleaning Tips
CLEANING TIPS Deck Cleaning Cement Patios, Brick and Stone (with or without detergent) 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... -
Page 10: Optional Cleaning Accessories
CLEANING TIPS – continued Barbecue Grills, Outdoor Patio & Lawn Furniture Power Equipment & (with or without detergent) 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. -
Page 11: Troubleshooting
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. - Page 12 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.
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