Optional Cleaning Accessories; Troubleshooting - Kärcher K7000G Operator's Manual

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CLEANING TIPS
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Barbecue Grills, Outdoor
Power Equipment &
Gardening Tools
(with or without detergent)
Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water.
If using Kärcher All Purpose Cleaner or
Degreaser, place detergent suction tube
directly into cleaning solution and apply
detergent at low pressure. Allow Kärcher
detergent to remain on surface 1-3 minutes.
Do not allow detergent to dry on surface.
Rinse at high pressure keeping the spray
nozzle approximately 6 inches from the
cleaning surface. For removing extremely
stubborn dirt, it may be necessary to move
the spray nozzle even closer to the surface
for greater dirt cutting action.
Patio & Lawn Furniture
(with or without detergent)
Pre-rinse furniture and surrounding area with
fresh water. If using Kärcher All Purpose
Cleaner, place detergent suction tube direct-
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ly into cleaning solution and apply to surface
at low pressure. Allow Kärcher All Purpose
Cleaner to remain on surface 1-3 minutes.
Do not allow detergent to dry on surface.
Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping motion
keeping the spray nozzle approximately 6
inches from the cleaning surface. For best
results, clean from top to bottom and from
left to right.

OPTIONAL CLEANING ACCESSORIES

Optional cleaning accessories are available to further enhance your cleaning capabilities.
Call Kärcher customer service hotline (1-800-537-4129) for details.
Recommendations
• Before cleaning any surface an inconspic-
uous area should be cleaned to test spray
pattern and distance for maximum clean-
ing results.
• If painted surfaces are pealing or chipping,
use extreme caution as pressure washer
may remove the loose paint from the
surface.
Use extreme caution when cleaning decks,
siding, and other sensitive surfaces as the
pencil jet may cause damage if not used
correctly.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom Cause
Engine will not No gasoline.
start
Low oil level.
Choke is not in correct
position.
Engine throttle is not in
correct position.
For additional
engine problems
Pressure built up in the
refer to the engine
high pressure washer.
owners manual.
Unit does not reach Diameter of garden hose is
high pressure. too small.
Water supply is restricted.
Not enough inlet water supply.
Water inlet filter is clogged.
Nozzle is in "CHEM"
position
Output pressure Not enough inlet water supply.
varies high and low.
Pump is sucking air.
Water inlet filter is clogged.
Discharge nozzle is
obstructed.
Calcified gun, hose or spray
wand.
Solution
Fill gas tank.
Add oil.
Slide choke lever to "CHOKE"
position.
Position the throttle to "FAST".
Squeeze the trigger to release the
pressure.
Replace with a 3/4 inch garden
hose.
Check garden hose for kinks, leaks
and blockage.
Open water source full force.
Remove filter and rinse out in warm
water.
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Turn nozzle to high pressure position.
Turn water on full force. Check garden
hose for kinks, leaks or blockage.
Check that hoses and fittings are air
tight. Turn off machine and purge
pump by squeezing trigger gun until
a steady flow of water emerges
through the nozzle.
Remove filter and rinse out in warm
water.
Blow out or remove debris with a
fine needle.
Run distilled vinegar through
detergent suction tube.