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Kärcher 1.141-256.0 Operator's Manual

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Part No. 1.141-256.0
K 3.70 M
High Pressure
Washer Operator
Manual
Overview ....................................... 2
Precautions ............................. 3 - 4
Assembly Instructions ................. 4
Operating Instructions ................. 5
Using the accessories ................. 6
Working with Detergents ............. 7
Shut Down and Clean-Up ............ 8
Taking a Break ............................. 8
Storage .................................... 8 - 9
Cleaning Tips ....................... 9 - 10
Troubleshooting ..................... 11-12
Specifications
Working Pressure .......... 9000 kPa
Max. Pressure ................. 1400 PSI
Max. Water volume ......... 1.7 GPM
Voltage ................................... 120 V
Amp draw ....................... 13 AMPS
Manual Part No. 5.960-828.0 02/03EN

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Voltage ........120 V Amp draw ....... 13 AMPS Please keep the original box, packaging and receipt. Before operating this unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. Part No. 1.141-256.0 Manual Part No. 5.960-828.0 02/03EN...

  • Page 2: Overview

    OVERVIEW For household use only! Item Description 6 High pressure hose 1 Detergent filter and suction tube 7 Trigger gun with safety lock (A) 2 On/Off switch 8 Transport bracket 3 High pressure outlet 9 Power cord 4 Water inlet with filter 5 Vario Power nozzle NEVER! Never point nozzle at people or animals.

  • Page 3: Important Precautions - Read First

    IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First! Extension Cords Safety Warnings Use a sufficient gauge: When using this product basic precautions Up to 25 ft = 12/3 AWG: should always be followed: 25 to 50 ft =10/3 AWG. Use only extension cords that are intended •...

  • Page 4: Water Supply (Cold Water Only)

    IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – continued Water Supply (Cold Water Only) • Never use the pressure washer to draw in water contaminated with solvents, e.g. • Water hose must be at least 1/2 inch or paint thinners, gasoline, oil, etc. 5/8 inch in diameter. NOTE: Dirt in the feed water will •...

  • Page 5: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 2 Step 1 Insert the power nozzle. Press in against Connect the high pressure hose to the high the spring tension and twist into the locked pressure outlet. position. Step 3 Step 4 Connect the garden hose to the water inlet. Connect garden hose to the cold water source and turn water on completely.

  • Page 6: Using The Accessories

    USING THE ACCESSORIES Vario power nozzle The vario power nozzle allows you to adjust the cleaning pressure. To clean at maximum pressure, the vario power nozzle must be positioned to the high pressure setting (+). To apply detergent, the power nozzle must be positioned to the low pressure setting (-). For lower pressure turn wand collar in the...

  • Page 7: Working With Detergents

    WORKING WITH DETERGENTS 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 Step 1 Tips on pages 9 & 10 for specific Install the vario power nozzle.

  • Page 8: Shutting Down & Clean-Up

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

  • Page 9: Cleaning Tips

    – continued WINTERIZING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE 6) Cleaning the 5) Cleaning the detergent inlet water inlet filter filter Pull out the water in- Pull it out and rinse out let filter with flat-nose in warm water. pliers and rinse out in warm water.

  • Page 10: Optional Cleaning Accessories

    CLEANING TIPS – continued Barbecue Grills, Outdoor low pressure. Allow Pressure Wash to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not Power Equipment & Gardening allow detergent to dry on surface. If needed Tools use special Wash Brush Attachment (not (with or without detergent) included) to remove stubborn dirt.

  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Disconnect the machine from the power source before making any repair. Symptom Symptom Symptom Symptom Symptom Cause Solution Motor will not start. Motor will not start. Motor will not start. Motor will not start. Motor will not start. On/Off switch is in the “OFF” (O) Turn switch to the “ON”...
  • Page 12 TROUBLESHOOTING – continued Symptom Symptom Symptom Symptom Symptom Cause Cause Cause Cause Cause Solution Solution Solution Solution Solution No detergent. No detergent. No detergent. No detergent. No detergent. Detergent is too thick. Dilute detergent. Power nozzle is in high pressure Turn power nozzle to low position.

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