Kärcher K 3.96 M Operator's Manual

Kärcher K 3.96 M Operator's Manual

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K 3.96 M
English
Please keep the original box, packaging and receipt. Before operating this
unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
5.962-142.0
11/06EN

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  • Page 1 K 3.96 M English Please keep the original box, packaging and receipt. Before operating this unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. 5.962-142.0 11/06EN...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Kärcher Customer Service CDN its contents. Call: 1-800-537-4129 for help or visit Owner and/or user must study and our website: maintain for future reference the manu- www.karcher-canada.com facturers’ instructions. English...
  • Page 3: Model Overview

    MODEL OVERVIEW 1 Water inlet with garden hose con- 12 Dirtblaster® (Rotating spray wand) nector 13 HP hose clip 2 Power cord 14 Bearing wheel 3 ON/OFF switch 15 Carrying handle 4 Transport handle, retractable CAUTION 5 Transport handle lock This unit has been designed for use with 6 Accessory storage cleaning detergents recommended by...
  • Page 4: Important Safety In

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! The Trigger Gun Safety Lock PRE- VENTS the trigger from accidentally When using this product basic being engaged. This safety feature precautions should always be DOES NOT lock trigger in the ON followed, including the following: Read all the instructions before us- position.
  • Page 5: Extension Cords

    electrician or service personnel if you WARNING are in doubt as to whether the outlet is To reduce the risc of electrocution, keep properly grounded. Do not modify the all connections dry and off the ground. plug provided with the product - if it will Do not touch plug with wet hands.
  • Page 6: Assembly Instructions

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Required tools Screwdriver, small size (not sup- plied) for connecting high pressure hose and trigger gun. Step 1 Insert the bearing wheels into the axle box and lock them. Step 2 Attach the high pressure hose to the trigger gun.
  • Page 7: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: STEP 4: Insert the spray wand of your choice Unlock the trigger gun safety lock. into the trigger gun. Press in against Trigger the gun to eliminate trapped the spring tension and twist into air, wait for a steady flow of water to locked position.
  • Page 8: Using The Accessories

    USING THE ACCESSORIES WARNING Dirtblaster® To avoid serious injury never point This nozzle features a 0º pencil jet spray nozzle at yourself, other per- which rotates 360º for maximum dirt sons or animals. cutting action, effectively increasing cleaning performance up to 50%. This nozzle combines the cleaning performance of a 0º...
  • Page 9: Working With Detergents

    Fill the Detergent Tank with the se- parts of the pressure washer for a long- lected Ready To Use detergent. er life. For Kärcher Detergents, check your retailer or visit our website: www.karcher-usa.com/home The following Kärcher detergents are available: Pressure wash Deck + Fence wash...
  • Page 10: Taking A Break ..Five Minutes Or More

    TAKING A BREAK ..five minutes or more STEP 1: STEP 2: Release trigger and engage gun Turn pressure washer to OFF (O) safety lock. position. SHUTTING DOWN & CLEAN-UP STEP 1: STEP 4: Turn the switch to OFF (0) position Disconnect the garden hose from and unplug cord from outlet.
  • Page 11: Winterizing And Long

    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 keeping the spray nozzle approximately Deck Cleaning 6 inches from the cleaning surface. (with or without detergent). Pre-rinse CAUTION deck and surrounding area with fresh Do not use rotating jet on siding as it water. If using Kärcher Deck Wash, ap- may cause damage.
  • Page 13 When using on surfaces which might come in contact with food, flush sur- faces with plenty of drinking water. For additional cleaning tips, visit our website at www.karcher-canada.com English...
  • Page 14: Optional Cleaning Acces

    Excellent for as a barrel or bucket. Fits most Karcher the application of detergent. A must- pressure washers up to 2300 PSI.
  • Page 15 Connects direct- wand and use the handle to clean ga- ly to the trigger gun of most Karcher rage doors and other vertical surfaces. pressure washers up to 2300 PSI. (bay-...
  • 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- (O) position. tion Power cord is not plugged in. Plug in power cord.
  • Page 17 (up to 10 drops Water seals are damaged or Call Customer Service. per minute is permis- worn. sible). Oil Drip. Oil seals are damaged or worn. Call Customer Service. Kärcher Customer Service CDN Call: 1-800-537-4129 for help or visit our website: www.karcher-canada.com English...

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