G 2500 OH
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9.139-176 (10/05)
High Pressure Washer Operator Manual
Overview ........................................................................ 3
Precautions ................................................................... 4
Assembly Instructions .................................................. 5
Operating Instructions .................................................. 6
Using the Accessories .................................................. 7
Working with Detergents .............................................. 8
Shut Down and Clean-Up ............................................. 9
Taking a Break ............................................................... 9
Winterizing and Long-Term Storage ............................ 9
Cleaning Tips ......................................................... 10-11
Optional Cleaning Accessories .................................. 11
Troubleshooting ..................................................... 12-13
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Specifications
Max. pressure 2500 PSI
Water volume 2.4 GPM
Detergent suction 0.15 – 0.20 GPM
Engine 5.0 HP Honda GC 160
Part No. 1.194-512
Serial No. ______________
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Call: 1-800-537-4129 for help
or visit our website:
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Kärcher Customer Service CDN
Call: 1-800-465-4980 for help
or visit our website:
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Model G 2500 OH OVERVIEW
Item Description
1 Handle
2 Trigger gun
3 Trigger gun safety lock
4 High pressure hose
5 Spray wand
6 Gas tank
7 Dipstick
8 Water inlet with garden hose connector
9 High pressure outlet
10 Detergent filter
11 Detergent suction tube
12 Spark plug
13 Quick connect nozzles
(white, red, green, black)
14 Hose Reel (optional) Mounting Holes
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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 en-
gine running. Do not operate if fuel has
been spilled. Instead, move the machine
to a different location and avoid creating
sparks.
Operate and fuel machine in a well venti-
lated area, free of devices featuring an
open pilot or flame such as boilers, water heaters, etc.
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.
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Wear safety goggles.
Do not use acids, alkaline, solvents, or
any flammable material in this product.
These products can cause physical injuries to the operator and irreversible damage to the machine.
The machine has hot surfaces which can
cause burns. Operate the unit in a safe
environment and away from children.
Do not allow the high pressure hose to
come into contact with the muffler guard.
Do not leave the machine running unat-
tended.
Learn how to stop the machine and re-
lease pressure quickly. Be thoroughly fa-
miliar with the controls.
Stay alert watch what you are doing.
Do not operate the product when fatigued
or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Do not stand on unstable surfaces. Stand
with both feet balanced at all times.
Avoid tipping the machine on its side.
The Gun Safety Lock PREVENTS the
trigger from accidentally being engaged.
This safety feature DOES NOT lock trigger in the on position.
Do not spray electrical connections, elec-
trical outlets or fixtures.
Do not touch hot surfaces or allow acces-
sories to contact hot surfaces.
Do not operate in an enclosed space, ex-
haust fumes are dangerous.
Do not operate near utilities with open fla-
mes.
Do not operate pressure washer without
the water turned on.
Do not use hot water.
WATER SUPPLY (Cold Water Only)
Water hose must be at least 5/8 inch in
diameter.
Flow rate of water supply must not fall
below 2.6 GPM (gallons per minute).
Flow rate can be determined by running
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 solvents, e.g.
paint thinner, gasoline, oil, etc.
Always prevent debris from being drawn
into the unit by using a clean water
source.
We strongly recommend that this high pressure washer not be left running for periods
of 5 minutes or longer without the trigger
gun being engaged.
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