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High Pressure Washer Operator Manual Overview ........................................................................ 3 Precautions ................................................................... 4 Assembly Instructions .................................................. 5 Operating Instructions .................................................. 6 Using the Accessories .................................................. 7 Working with Detergents ..............................................
Model HD 2.
IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First! IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING When using this product basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: WARNING Risk of Injection or Injury Do Not Direct Discharge Stream At Persons. Read all the instructions before using the product. Fire hazard! Do not add fuel with the engine running. Do not operate if fuel has been spilled. Instead, move the machine to a different location and avoid creating sparks.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Step 1 Attach the handle to the frame of the pressure washer. Align holes, insert bolts, and tighten with knobs. Step 2 Attach the gun/hose storage handle. Step 3 Place the quick connect nozzles in the nozzle holder. Step 4 Attach the wand to the spray gun. Step 5 Pull the spring-loaded collar of the wand back to insert your choice of quick connect nozzle. Step 6 Release the collar and push the nozzle until the collar clicks. DANGER High pressure in nozzle area.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Important! Do not run the engine with a high or low oil level as this can cause engine damage. If you have further questions regarding the engine, please refer to the engines operating manual included with the unit. Step 1 Check oil level. Oil level should be level with the bottom of the oil filler neck. Be sure the machine is level when checking the oil level. (Refer to the engines operating manual for seasonal grades.
USING THE ACCESSORIES The color-coded quick connect nozzles provide a wide array of spray widths from 0° to 65° and are easily accessible when placed in the convenient rubber nozzle holder, which is provided on the back of the machine. Red nozzle = 0° for particularly stubborn accumulation of grime. DANGER High pressure in nozzle area. Risk of injury caused by improper locked nozzle. Make sure you hear a click when inserting the nozzle tip into the wand.
WORKING WITH DETERGENTS Detergents can only be applied with the black nozzle. Step 1 Install the black quick-connect low pressure nozzle for detergent application at low pressure. Step 2 Adjust the filter end of the detergent tube for light ( / 0.15 gpm), or maximum (+ / 0.20 gpm) detergent coverage. Step 3 Fill a container with Kärcher detergent. Place the filter end of detergent suction tube into the detergent.
SHUTTING DOWN Step 1 Remove detergent suction tube from container and insert into 1 gallon of fresh water. Siphon water at low pressure for one minute. Step 2 Engine with manual throttle: Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position. Allow the engine to idle for a few seconds, then move the throttle lever to the STOP position. Engine with fixed throttle: Move the engine stop switch to the OFF position. For more details see engine manual. Step 3 Turn off the water supply.
CLEANING TIPS Deck Cleaning (with or without detergent) Pre-rinse deck and surrounding area with fresh water. If using Kärcher Deck & Patio Cleaner, (Canada: Deck + Fence Wash) place detergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pressure. For best results, limit your work area to smaller sections of approximately 25 square feet. Allow detergent to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent to dry on surface.
CLEANING TIPS – continued Barbecue Grills, Outdoor Power Equipment & Gardening Tools (with or without detergent) Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. If using Kärcher All Purpose and Vehicle Wash or Heavy Duty Degreaser (Canada: Pressure Wash or Degreaser ), place detergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply detergent at low pressure. Allow detergent to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent to dry on surface.
TROUBLESHOOTING Please remove the spark plug cable to prevent accidental ignition of the engine before making any repair. Engine will not start. • No gasoline. - Fill gas tank. • Choke is not in correct position. - Slide choke lever out to closed position. • Engine throttle is not in correct position. - Slide the throttle lever up about 1/3 of the way toward the fast positon. • Pressure built up in the high pressure washer. - Squeeze the trigger to release the pressure.
TROUBLESHOOTING – continued Garden hose connection leaks. • Loose fittings. - Tighten fittings. • Missing/worn rubber washer. - Insert new washer. Kärcher Commercial USA To locate a dealer, call: 1-888-805-9852 or visit our website: www.karchercommercial.us Spray wand leaks. • Spray wand not properly attached. - Attach the wand to the spray gun. Turn the wand collar clockwise onto the gun threads until tight. • Broken o-ring. - Call Kärcher customer service hotline and order an o-ring. Pump is noisy.
