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K 3.450 HIGH PRESSURE WASHER - OPERATOR MANUAL NETTOYEUR HAUTE PRESSION - MANUEL D'UTILISATION MANUAL DE USUARIO DEL LIMPIADOR DE ALTA PRESIÓN English Français Español 59637980 (08/11)
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MODEL OVERVIEW 1 Garden hose connector (female) 13 Trigger gun safety lock 2 Water inlet connector 14 Key to detach the high pressure hose from the trigger gun 3 Water inlet with filter 15 High pressure hose 4 High pressure outlet 16 Dirtblaster (Rotary spray wand) 5 ON/OFF switch...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Do not use acids, alkaline, solvents, WARNING or any flammable material in this When using this product basic precau- product. These products can cause tions should always be followed, in- physical injuries to the operator and cluding the following: irreversible damage to the ma- chine.
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or any part of the body. In case of pen- ply cord. This device provides etration seek medical aid immediately. additional protection from the risk of This system is capable of producing electric shock. Should replacement of 13800 kPa /2000 PSI to avoid rupture the plug or cord become necessary, and injury, do not operate this pump use only identical replacement parts...
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP 4: Required tools A Philips Screwdriver, medium size (not supplied) for final assembly Assembly STEP 5: STEP 1: Push the high pressure hose into the trigger gun until it locks audibly. Note: Make sure the connection nipple is aligned correctly.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STEP 1: STEP 4: Connect the high pressure hose to Screw the supplied garden hose the unit’s high pressure outlet. connector on to the end of your gar- den hose. STEP 2: STEP 5: Insert the spray wand of your ...
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STEP 7: STEP 9: Plug the Ground Fault Circuit Inter- Turn on the high pressure washer rupter (GFCI) into a receptacle. (I/ON). Press RESET button, indicator The motor starts only if the trig- should be “ON”. ger of the gun is pulled and shuts off when the trigger is released.
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 Always test an inconspicuous area cleaning performance up to 50%.
WORKING WITH DETERGENTS Detergents can only be applied at STEP 5: low pressure setting (Mix). Cleaning up: Always draw fresh STEP 1: water through the detergent tank or Install the Vario Power Spray siphon tube when done to flush any Wand.
TAKING A BREAK ..five minutes or more STEP 1: STEP 2: Release trigger and engage gun Turn pressure washer to OFF (0) safety lock. position. SHUTTING DOWN & CLEAN-UP STEP 1: Turn the switch to OFF (0) position and unplug cord from outlet.
WINTERIZING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE 1: Disconnect all water connec- of heat as it may dry out the pump tions. seals. 2: Turn on the machine for a few CAUTION seconds, until the water which had Failure to follow the above directions remained in the pump exits, turn off will result in damage to the pump as- immediately.
CLEANING TIPS House Siding CAUTION Before cleaning any surface an in- (with or without detergent). Pre-rinse conspicuous area should be cleaning surface with fresh water. If us- cleaned to test spray pattern and ing detergent, apply to surface at low distance for maximum cleaning re- pressure (for best results, limit your sults.
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Cars, Boats & Motorcycles Patio & Lawn Furniture (with or without detergent). Pre-rinse (with or without detergent). Pre-rinse vehicle with fresh water. If using deter- furniture and surrounding area with gent, apply to surface at low pressure. fresh water. If using detergent, apply to For best results, clean one side of ve- surface at low pressure.
OPTIONAL CLEANING ACCESSORIES Optional accessories are available to pressure from your pressure washer further enhance your cleaning capabil- causes the inner brushes to gently ities. These accessories are accurate spin, making your cleaning job much as of the printing date of this manual. easier.
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your pressure washer, add abrasive material and attack the rust and paint with our eco-friendly alternative. Fits most Kärcher pressure washers up to ® 2300 PSI. (bayonet) Part No. 2.638-792.0 Detergent Foamer Attachment Ideal for applications which require a thick foam. Simply fill the resevoir cup with liquid pressure washer detergent to generate a foam spray.
TROUBLESHOOTING Disconnect the machine from the pow- CAUTION er 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- (0) position. tion Power cord is not plugged in. Plug in power cord. Electrical outlet does not sup- Try a different outlet.
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Call Customer Support drops per minute is worn. permissible). Oil Drip. Oil seals are damaged or Call Customer Support worn. If you encounter any additional difficul- ties not listed, please visit our website. USA / Canada: www.karcher-help.com México: www.karcher.com.mx English...