Karcher 5.961-609.0 User Manual
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5.961-609.0 03/05
HIGH PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR MANUAL
Overview 3
Important Safety Instructions 4-5
Operating Instructions 6
GFCI Instructions 7
Using the Accessories 7
Working with Detergents 8
Shut Down & Clean Up 9
Care and Maintenance Instructions10
Taking a Break 10
Winterizing and Long-Term Storage10
Cleaning Tips 11-12
Optional Cleaning Accessories 13-14
Troubleshooting 15-16
Specifications
Operating pressure 1400 PSI
Water volume 1.3 GPM
Amp draw 10 AMPS
Voltage 120 V
Part No. 1.601-103.0
Safety Alert Symbols
DANGER
indifies ’’an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.’’
WARNING
indifies ’’a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or injury.’’
CAUTION
indifies ’’a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury’’ or in property
damage incidents.
Serial no.
Kärcher Customer Support USA
Call: 1-800-537-4129 for help or visit
our website: www.karcher-usa.com
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MODEL OVERVIEW
Item Description:
1 Detergent suction tube
2 ON/OFF switch
3 High pressure outlet
4 Water inlet with garden hose con-
nector
5 Transport handle
6 Power cord with Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI)
7 Trigger gun
8 Trigger gun safety lock
9 High pressure hose
10 Vario Spray wand
11 Dirtblaster® (Rotating spray wand)
CAUTION
Follow the maintenance instructions
specified in the manual
This machine has been designed for
use with cleaning detergents by the manufacturer. The use of other cleaning
detergents may affect the operation of
the machine and void the warranty.
For household use only !
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
When using this product basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
! Read all the instructions before
using the product.
! To reduce the risk of injury, close su-
pervision is neccessary when a product is used near children.
! Know how to stop the product and
bleed pressures quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
! Stay alert — watch what you are
doing.
! Do not operate the product when fa-
tigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
! Keep operating area clear of all per-
sons.
! Do not overreach or stand on unsta-
ble support. Keep good footing and
balance at all times.
! Follow the maintenance instructions
specified in the manual.
! This Product Is Provided With A
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Built Into The Power Cord Plug.
If Replacement Of The Plug Or Cord
Is Needed, Use Only Identical Replacement Parts.
! Risk of Injection or Injury to persons
- Do not direct discharge stream at
persons.
! High pressure jets can be dangerous
if subject to misuse. The jet must not
be directed at persons, animals,
electrical devices, or the machine
itself.
! Wear safety goggles.
! Do not use acids and solvents in this
product. These products can cause
physical injuries to the operator and
irreversible damage to the machine.
! To reduce the risk of electrocution,
keep all connections dry and off the
ground. Do not touch plug with wet
hands.
! The Trigger Gun Safety Lock PRE-
VENTS the trigger from accidentally
being engaged. This safety feature
DOES NOT lock trigger in the ON
position.
! Do not use extention cord for this
unit.
WARNING
To reduce the risc of electrocution, keep
all connections dry and off the ground.
Do not touch plug with wet hands.
Grounding Instructions
This product must be grounded. If it
should malfunction or breakdown,
grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the
risk of electric shock. This product is
equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged
into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
DANGER
Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding conductor can result in a risk
of electrocution. Check with a qualified
electrician or service personnel if you
are in doubt as to whether the outlet is
properly grounded. Do not modify the
plug provided with the product - if it will
not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet in-
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stalled by a qualified electrician. Do not
use any type of adapter with this product.
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) Protection
This product is supplied with a Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) built into
the power cord plug. This device provides additional protection from the risk of
electric shock. If power is interrupted in
the line, the GFCI will automatically reclose the circuit to the load after power
is restored. Depending on the GFCI model, it may be necessary to manually
operate the reset button to restore power to the GFCI load circuit. If replacement of the plug or cord is needed use
identical replacement parts.
WATER SUPPLY (Cold Water Only)
CAUTION
Dirt in the feed water will damage the
unit. To avoid this risk, we recommend
fitting a water filter.
! Water hose must be at least 5/8 inch
in diameter.
! Flow rate of water supply must not
fall below 2 GPM (gallons per minu-
te).
! Flow rate can be determined by run-
ning the water for one minute into an
empty 5-gallon container.
! The water supply temperature must
not exceed 104°F/40°C.
! Never use the pressure washer to
draw in water contaminated with sol-
vents, e.g. paint thinners, gasoline,
oil, etc.
! Always prevent debris from being
drawn into the unit by using a clean
water source.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS!
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