Karcher K 3000 G Pressure Washer User Manual


 
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WORKING WITH DETERGENT
Karcher pressure washers operate at two pressures. The high pressure setting is used for
general cleaning, The low pressure setting is used for detergent application. Detergents can
only be applied at low pressure.
For best results see Cleaning
Tips on pages 8 & 9 for specific
information on how to clean
different surfaces.
Always Use Karcher
Detergents for Best Results.
Karcher biodegradable detergents are
specially formulated to protect the environ-
ment and your pressure washer. Special
formula won’t clog the suction tube filter
and will protect the internal parts of the
pressure washer for a longer life.
For
Karcher Detergents, check your retailer
or call:
1-800-537-4129
The following Karcher detergents are
available:
• Vehicle Wash • House Wash
• Degreaser • Deck Wash
• All Purpose Cleaner
Step 1 To install the high/low wand
simply insert into spray wand extension.
Push in and turn clockwise to lock into
position. High/low wand must be set in the
low pressure position to apply detergent.
Step 2 Fill a container with Karcher
detergent. Place the filter end of detergent
suction tube into the container.
Step 3 With the engine running, pull
trigger to operate unit: Liquid detergent is
drawn into the unit and mixed with water.
Apply detergent to work area. Do not allow
detergent to dry on surface.
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.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS –
Continued
Section 2
5
WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS
INJURY, NEVER POINT SPRAY
NOZZLE AT YOURSELF, OTHER
PERSONS OR ANIMALS
Turn the wand nozzle clockwise to high, for
pressure cleaning. Turn counter clockwise
to low, to apply detergent.
This wand creates a steady, powerful fan
spray. This wand has two positions. The
high setting is used for pressure cleaning.
The low setting is used to apply detergents.
USING THE ACCESSORIES
High/low spray wand
High
Low
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