Karcher G3200XH User Manual

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G3200XH

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Model Overview 3 Important Safety Instructions 4 Assembly Instructions 5 Operating Instructions 8 Using the Accessories 9 Working With Detergents 9 Taking a Break 10 Shutting Down & Clean-Up 10 Winterizing and Long-Term Storage 11 Maintenance Instructions 11 Cleaning Tips 11

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DANGER

indicates “an imminently hazardous situa which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.”

WARNING

indicates “a potentially hazardous situationwhich, if not avoided, could result in death or injury.”

CAUTION

indicates “a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage incidents.”

The owner and/or user must have an understanding of the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings before using this pressure washer. Warning information should be emphasized and understood. If the operator is not ﬂ uent in English, the manufacturer’s instructions and warnings shall be read to and discussed with the operator in the operator’s native language by the purchaser/owner, making sure that the operator comprehends its contents. Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future reference the manufacturers’ instructions.

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Speciﬁ cations

Owner/User Responsibility

Kärcher Customer Support USA/

Canada

Kärcher Customer Support

México

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G3200 XH

Operating Pressure 3200 PSI

Water Volume 2.8 GPM

Detergent Suction .15 - .20 GPM

Engine Honda GX200

Part No. 1.107-156.0

Serial No.

HIGH PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR MANUAL

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1 Handle

2 Trigger Gun

3 Trigger Gun Safety Lock

4 High Pressure Hose

5 Gas Tank

6 Spray Wand

7 Dipstick

8 Water Inlet With Garden Hose Connector

9 Quick Connect High Pressure Outlet

10 Detergent Tank

11 Detergent Metering Valve and Detergent Suction Tube

12 Quick Connect Nozzles

For Engine Details See Engine Manual

MODEL OVERVIEW

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

■

Read the operating instructions of the engine manufacturer before start-up and follow the safety instructions carefully.

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 supervision is necessary 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 fatigued or under the inﬂ uence of alcohol or drugs.

■

Keep operating area clear of all persons.

■

Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep good footing and balance at all

times.

■

Wear safety goggles.

■

Follow the maintenance instructions speciﬁ ed

in the manual.

■

To avoid risks, all repairs and replacement of

spare parts may only be carried out by the authorized

customer service personel.

■

Please check and conﬁ rm that all 4 screws

of the rim are tightened before correcting the tire

ﬁ lling pressure.

■

Set the pressure reducer on the compressor

at 25 psi before correcting the tire pressure.

■

Tire pressure should not exceed max. 25 psi.

WARNING

Risk of Injection or Injury – Do Not Direct

Discharge Stream At Persons.

■

High pressure jets can be dangerous if mis-

used. The jet must not be directed at persons, animals, electrical devices, or the unit it self.

■

Do not spray electrical connections, electrical

outlets or ﬁ xtures.

WARNING

Risk Of Explosion –Do not spray ﬂ ammable liquids.

■ Do not use acids, alkaline, solvents, or any ﬂ ammable material in this product. These products can cause physical injuries to the operator and ir reversible damage to the machine.

WARNING

Gun Kicks Back – Hold with both hands.

■ The Trigger Gun Safety Lock prevents the trigger from accidentally being engaged. This safety feature DOES NOT lock trigger in the ON position.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

CAUTION

Risk of Asphyxiation –

Use this product only

in a well ventilated area.

■ Operate and fuel machine in a well ventilated area, free of devices featuring an open pilot or ﬂ ame such as boilers, washer heaters, etc.

CAUTION

Risk of Fire – Do not add fuel when the prod-

uct is operating.

■ Do not operate if fuel has been spilled. Instead, move the machine to a different location and avoid creating sparks.

■ The machine has hot surfaces which can cause burns. Operate the unit in a safe environment and away from children.

■ Do not touch hot surfaces or allow accessories to contact hot surfaces.

■ Do not allow the high pressure hose to come into contact with the mufﬂ er guard.

■ Do not leave the machine running una tended.

■ Avoid tipping the machine on its side.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

When connecting the water inlet to the water supply mains, local regulations of your water company must be observed. In some areas the unit must not be connected directly to the public drinking water supply. This is to ensure that there is no feedback of chemicals in to the water supply. Direct connection via a receiver tank or backﬂ ow prevented, for example, is permitted. Dirt in the feed water will damage the unit. To avoid this risk, we recommend ﬁ tting a water ﬁ lter.

■ Garden hose must be at least 5/8 inch diameter.

■ Flow rate of water supply must not fall below

2.5 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 thinners, gasoline, oil, etc.

■ Always prevent debris from being drawn into the unit by using a clean water source. Use additional water ﬁ lter.

WATER SUPPLY

(Cold Water Only)

Required Tools (included)

Hardware (included)

Description

7/16" (or 11mm) Wrench Stamped

Description Purpose Illustration Qty

Joint Joint Assembly 2

1/4" Nut Joint Assembly 6

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STEP 1:

Insert joints (A) into handle. Use one 1/4" bolt

STEP 2:

Attach the handle to the frame of the pres-

sure washer. Align holes, insert one 3/8" bolt

(E), and tighten the knob (D) on each side.

Description Purpose Illustration Qty

1/4" Bolt Joint Assembly 6

Knob Joint Assembly 2

3/8" Bolt Joint Assembly 2

Nylon Rivet Nozzle Holder Assembly 4

Tank Detergent tank 1

Assembling

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STEP 3:

Mount the detergent tank with enclosed nylon

rivets to the bumper.

STEP 4:

Place the quick connect nozzles in the nozzle

holder.

STEP 7:

Pull back the spring loaded collar at the spray

gun and insert the high pressure hose.

STEP 5:

Attach the wand to the spray gun.

STEP 6:

Pull the spring-loaded collar of the wand

back to insert your choice of quick connect nozzle.

Release the collar and push the nozzle until the collar clicks.

Release the collar and push the nozzle until

the collar clicks.

WARNING

High pressure in nozzle area. Risk of injury caused by improperly locked nozzle.

■ Make sure you hear a "click" when inserting the nozzle tip in to the wand.

■ Pull the nozzle to make sure it is seated properly before operating your unit.

WARNING

High pressure in quick connect area. Risk of injury caused by improperly locked

high pressure hose.

■ Make sure you hear a "click" when inserting the high pressure hose in to the quick connection.

■ Pull the high pressure hose to make sure it is seated properly before operating your unit.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

Engine Shipped without oil. Before starting

engine, ﬁ ll with oil. Do not over-ﬁ ll. 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 engine manual included with the unit.

STEP 1:

Check oil level. Oil level should always be

between the "FULL" and "ADD" marks on the dipstick.

Be sure the machine is level when checking

the oil level. (Refer to the engines operating manual for seasonal grades.).

We recommend that the oil be changed after

the ﬁ rst 5 hours of use, then once every 50 hours.

STEP 2:

Fill gas tank with unleaded gasoline.

Do not use leaded gasoline.

Do not add oil to the gasoline.

STEP 3:

Pull back the spring loaded collar at the high

pressure outlet and insert the high pressure hose.

WARNING

High pressure in quick connect area. Risk of injury caused by improperly locked

high pressure hose.

■ Make sure you hear the "click" when inserting

the high pressure hose into the quick connection.

■ Pull the high pressure hose to make sure it is seated properly before operating your unit.

STEP 4:

Connect garden hose to units`s water inlet.

STEP 5:

Connect garden hose to the cold water source

and turn water completely on.

Do not use hot water.

STEP 6:

Unlock the trigger gun safety lock. Trigger

the gun to eliminate trapped air, wait for a steady ﬂ ow of water to emerge from the spray nozzle.

STEP 7:

Open fuel valve. Pull the choke rod to the ON

position (on a warm engine, leave the choke rod in the OFF position).

STEP 8:

Move the engine stop switch to the ON posi-

tion.

For engine details see engine manual.

STEP 9:

Pull the starter handle. If the engine fails to

start after 3 pulls, squeeze the trigger gun to release pressure, and repeat step.

After the engine warms up enough to run

smoothly move choke rod to OFF position.

Release the collar and push the high

pressure hose until the collar clicks.

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USING THE ACCESSORIES

WORKING WITH DETERGENTS

STEP 1:

Install the black detergent nozzle for detergent

application (will work at low pressure only).

STEP 2:

Fill the detergent tank with Kärcher detergent.

Close the detergent tank with the detergent

mattering cap

STEP 4:

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.

STEP 5:

Always draw fresh water through the deter-

gent suction tube when the cleaning job is done, to rinse/ﬂ ush any remaining detergents from the injection system.

STEP 3:

Adjust the detergent metering valve to the

desired dosage.

Detergents can only be applied with the black

detergent nozzle.

For best results see Cleaning Tips for specific information on how to clean different surfaces.

WARNING

High pressure in nozzle area. Risk of injury

caused by improperly locked

nozzle.

■ Make sure you hear the "click" when inserting the nozzle tip into the quick connection.

■ Pull the nozzle to make sure it is seated properly before operating your unit. (See ASSEMBLY NSTRUCTIONS: Step 6)

WARNING

To avoid serious injury never point spray noz-

zle at yourself, other persons or animals.

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 nozzle holder.

0° spray angle = Red nozzle

For particularly stubborn accumulation of grime.

Not recommended

for soft materials like sidings,

decks, painted surfaces, cars.

25° spray angle = Green nozzle

For dirt accumulation over a large surface.

15° spray angle = Yellow nozzle

For dirt accumulation over a surface.

65° spray angle = Black nozzle

For operating with detergents or cleaning with low pressure.

40° spray angle = White nozzle

For moderate dirt accumulation over a large surface.

Quick connect nozzles

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CAUTION

This unit has been designed for use with cleaning detergents recommended by the manufacturer.

The use of other cleaning detergent may affect the operation of the machine and void the warranty.

Always Use

Kärcher Detergent for Best Re-

sults

Kärcher biodegradable detergents are specially formulated to protect the environment and your pressure washer. The special formula wont`t clog the suction tube ﬁ lter and will protect the internal parts of the pressure washer for a longer life. For Kärcher Detergents, check your retailer or visit our website:

www.karcher-usa.com/home

For more complete list of Kärcher pressure washer detergents, please vist:

www.karcherresidential.com/detergents

CAUTION

Never use:

– Bleach, Chlorine products and other corrosive

chemicals

– Liquids containing solvents (i.e., paint thin-

ners, gasoline, oils.)

– Tri-sodium phosphate products

– Ammonia products

– Acid-based products

These chemicals will harm the unit and will damage the surface being cleaned.

Use of these items will void the warranty.

STEP 1:

Remove detergent suction tube from con-

tainer and insert into 1 gallon of fresh water.

Siphon water at low pressure for one min-

ute.

STEP 2:

Move the engine stop switch to be the OFF

position. Close the fuel valve.

STEP 3:

Turn off the water source.

STEP 4:

Press trigger to release water pressure.

STEP 5:

Release trigger and engage gun safety

lock.

STEP 1:

Move the engine stop switch to the OFF position.

STEP 2:

Release trigger and engage safety lock.

For engine details see engine manual.

STEP 6:

Disconnect the garden hose from the water

inlet on the unit.

STEP 7:

Disconnect the high pressure hose from the

high pressure outlet.

Detergents

TAKING A BREAK ...ﬁ ve minutes or more

SHUTTING DOWN & CLEAN-UP

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1: Disconnect all water connections.

2: Turn on the machine for a few seconds, until

the water which had remained in the pump exits, turn off immediately.

3: Do not allow high pressure hose to become

kinked.

4: Store the machine and accessories in a

room which does not reach freezing temperatures. DO NOT store near furnace or other sources of heat as it may dry the pump seals.

CAUTION

Failure to follow the above directions will result in

damage to the pump assembly and accessories

and will void the warranty.

Kärcher also recommends the regular practice of

using a pump protector like “Kärcher Pump

Guard” to prevent cold weather damage during

storage in the winter months.

Initial Use

All Kärcher pumps ship with oil already inside direct from the factory. There is no need to add oil.

Pump Inspection

You should routinely make a visual inspection of the pressure washer’s pump. If you notice oil leaking around the pump seals, you should take the pressure washer to a Kärcher-Authorized Service Center for repair. (You can locate a service center in your area online at: www.karcher-usa.com/ service).

Pump Maintenance

The pump on your Kärcher pressure washer does not require maintenance. Any attempts to service or alter the pump may damage your pressure washer and void your product warranty.

Carry out maintenance tasks for the engine according to the speciﬁ cations provided in the operating instructions provided by engine manufacturer.

(with or without detergent). Pre-rinse deck and surrounding area with fresh water. If using Kärcher Deck Wash, apply to surface at low pressure. For best results, limit your work area to smaller sections of approximately 25 square feet. Allow Deck Wash to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent to dry on surface. Rinse at high pressure in a long sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 3-6 inches from the cleaning surface. Always clean from top to bottom and from left to right. When moving on to a new section of the cleaning surface, be sure to overlap the previous section to eliminate stop marks and ensure a more even cleaning result.

(with or without detergent). Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. If using Kärcher Pressure Wash, apply to surface at low pressure (for best results, limit your work area to sections of approximately 6 feet and always apply detergent from bottom to top). Allow detergent to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent to dry on surface, if surface appears to be drying, simply wet down surface with fresh water. If needed, use special wash brush attachment (not included) to remove stubborn dirt. Rinse at high pressure from top to bottom in an even sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 6 inches from the cleaning surface.

Kärcher

pump

Engine

Deck Cleaning

House Siding

WINTERIZING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

CLEANING TIPS

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Optional accessories are available to further enhance

your cleaning capabilities. These accessories

are accurate as of the printing date of this

manual. Please check our website:

www.karcherusa.com/home for pricing and up-todate information.

– Extension Hose

– Dirtblaster spray nozzle

(with or without detergent). Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. If using Kärcher Pressure Wash or Degreaser, apply to surface at low pressure. For best results, limit your work area to smaller sections of approximately 25 square feet. Allow Pressure Wash or Degreaser to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent to dry on surface. Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 3- 6 inches from the cleaning surface. Always clean from top to bottom and from left to right. For removing extremely stubborn stains, use the Dirtblaster Nozzle.

(with or without detergent). Pre-rinse vehicle with fresh water. If using Kärcher Touchless Vehicle Wash, apply to surface at low pressure. For best results, clean one side of vehicle at a time and always apply detergent from bottom to top, do not allow detergent to dry on surface. If needed, use special wash brush attachment (not included) to remove stubborn dirt. Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 6-8 inches from the cleaning surface

(distance should increase when rinsing pin-striping or other sensitive surfaces). Always clean from top to bottom and from left to right. For best results, wipe surface dry with a chamois or soft dry cloth.

(with or without detergent). Pre-rinse furniture and surrounding area with fresh water. If using Pressure Wash, apply to surface at low pressure. Allow Pressure Wash to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent to dry on surface. If needed use special Wash Brush Attachment (not included) to remove stubborn dirt. Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 3-6 inches from the cleaning surface. For best results, clean from top to bottom and from left to right.

■ Before cleaning any surface an inconspicuous area should be cleaned to test spray pattern and distance for maximum cleaning results.

■ If painted surfaces are peeling or chipping,

use extreme caution as pressure washer may

remove the loose paint from the surface.

■ When using on surfaces which might come in contact with food, ﬂ ush surfaces with plenty of drinking water.

■ For additional cleaning tips, visit our website at www.karcher-usa.com/home

(with or without detergent). Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. If using Kärcher Pressure Wash or Degreaser, apply detergent at low pressure. Allow Pressure Wash to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent to dry on surface. Rinse at high pressure keeping the spray nozzle approximately 3-6 inches from the cleaning surface. For removing extremely stubborn dirt, it may be necessary to move the spray nozzle even closer to the surface for greater dirt cutting action.

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