Working With Detergents; Step - Kärcher KARCHER K 5.85 M Operator's Manual

Detergents can only be applied at low
pressure setting (Mix).

STEP 1:

Install the Vario Power Spray Wand.
Set the spray wand to the low pres-
sure setting (Mix).
STEP 2:
Fill the Detergent Tank with the se-
lected detergent.
STEP 3:
Adjust detergent metering regulator.
- Medium quantity: Central position
- Large quantity: "+" position
- Small quantity: "-" position
STEP 4:
To rinse, move the VPS out of „Mix"
position and pull trigger to operate
unit.

WORKING WITH DETERGENTS

STEP 5:
Turn on the pressure washer (I). Pull
trigger to operate unit. Liquid deter-
gent is drawn into the unit and mixed
with water. Apply detergent to work
area. Do not allow detergent to dry
on surface.
STEP 6:
Cleaning up: Always draw fresh wa-
ter through the detergent tank or si-
phon tube when done to flush any
remaining detergents from the injec-
tion system.
For best results see Cleaning Tips for
specific information on how to clean
different surfaces.
Always Use Kärcher
Best Results
Kärcher biodegradable detergents are
®
specially formulated to protect the envi-
ronment and your pressure washer. The
special formula won't clog the suction
tube filter and will protect the internal
parts of the pressure washer for a longer
life. For Kärcher
®
your retailer or visit our website:
www.buykarcher.com
CAUTION
Never use:
– Bleach, Chlorine products and other
corrosive chemicals
– Liquids containing solvents (i.e.,
paint thinners, gasoline, oils)
– Tri-sodium phosphate products
– Ammonia products
– Acid-based products
These chemicals will harm the unit and
will damage the surface being cleaned.
Use of these items will void the war-
ranty.
Detergent for
®
Detergents, check
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