Operating instructions

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Operations
Operating Instructions
STEP 3: Connect garden hose to
the cold water source and turn
water on completely. Never use hot
water.
STEP 2: Fill gas tank with unleaded
gasoline. Do not use leaded
gasoline.
STEP 4: Before installing pressure
nozzle, trigger spray gun to
eliminate trapped pressure. Then
run machine, allowing water to
flush through the system until clear.
Karcher HDS 600-612 Operator’s Manual 9.800-080.0 - BH
Oil
Dipstick
Gas
Tank
STEP 1: Check engine oil level. Oil level should be level to the fill markings
on the dipstick. Be sure the machine is level when checking the oil level.
(Refer to the engine's operating manual included with machine.) We
recommend that the oil be changed after the first 5 hours of use, then once
every 100 hours. NOTE: Improper oil levels will cause low oil sensor to shut
off engine. IMPORTANT! Do not run engine with high or low oil levels
as this will cause engine damage.
STEP 5: Pull the choke lever out to the "Choke"
position (on a warm engine, leave the choke lever
in the run position). Push the choke lever to the
"Closed" position. To restart a warm engine, leave
the choke lever in the "Open" position.
STEP 6:
(Electric Start
Models with
Pull Start) Pull
the starter grip.
If the engine
fails to start
after 2 pulls,
squeeze the
trigger gun to
release pressure and repeat step. Return starter gently. After
the engine warms up enough to run smoothly, move choke
to run position and throttle to fast position.
WARNING: Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can
result in bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and arm
toward engine faster than you can let go. ALWAYS
relieve spray gun pressure before pulling starter card.
Pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt, then pull
rapidly.
Choke
Lever
Cold
Water
Source
Garden
Hose