Karcher K 2300 G User Manual
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Using the Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Working with Detergents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Shut Down and Clean-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Taking a Break . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Winterizing and Long-Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Cleaning Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
Optional Cleaning Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11
Model K 2300 G Part No.1.194-110.0
High Pressure Washer Operator Manual
Specifications
Operating pressure 2300 PSI
Water volume 2.5 GPM
Engine 5.0 HP Honda
9.139-070
05/00
800-537-4129
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Item Description
1. Triple jet nozzle
2. Water inlet
3. Spray wand
4. Oil fill cap not pictured
5. Gas tank
6. Trigger gun
7. Trigger gun safety lock
8. Handle
9. High Pressure Hose
10. Knob Assembly (two each):
Bolt
Knob
11. Pull start (not pictured)
12. Detergent tray with screw
13. Detergent suction tube with
filter
14. High pressure outlet
15. Front Guard
NEVER!
MODEL K 2300 G OVERVIEW
Never point nozzle at people or animals.
Never drink alcohol or use drugs while operating this equipment.
Never
spray electrical connections, electrical outlets or fixtures.
Never add
fuel with the engine running or operate where fuel has been spilled.
Never
touch hot surfaces or allow accessories to contact hot surfaces.
Never
operate in an enclosed space, exhaust fumes are dangerous.
Never
operate near utilities with open flames.
Never
operate without the water turned on and never use hot water.
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IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First!
Safety Warnings
When using this product basic
precautions should always be followed:
• 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.
• Operate and fuel machine in a well ventilated 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.
• Wear safety goggles.
• Do not use acids, alkaline, solvents, or
any other flammable material in this product.These products can cause physical
injuries to the operator and irreversible
damage to the machine. If you have questions regarding a chemical product to be
used with this machine, please call
Kärcher Customer Support at
800-537-4129
• 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
unattended.
• Learn how to stop the machine and
release pressure quickly. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls.
• Stay aler t — 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.
• The Gun Safety Lock PREVENTS the
trigger from accidentally being engaged.
This safety feature DOES NOT lock trigger
in the on position.
Water Supply
(Cold Water Only)
• Water hose must be at least 3/4 inch in
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.
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.
This Kärcher high pressure washer is
equipped with thermal protection to extend
the life of your pressure washer. The thermal
protector will automatically activate at a predetermined high temperature ejecting hot
water before resetting.This ensures that the
pump does not become damaged.
Caution
• Follow the maintenance instructions
specified in the manual.
• This machine has been designed for
use with cleaning detergent supplied
or recommended by the manufacturer.
The use of other cleaning detergents
may affect the operation of the
machine and void the warranty.
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Required tools: adjustable pliers.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Step1
Attach the front
guard to the frame. Align
holes, insert bolt and tighten
with lock nut.
Step2
Attach the handle
to the frame of the pressure
washer.
Step6
Check oil level.Oil
level should be to the oil filler
neck.Be sure the machine is
level when checking the oil
level.(Refer to the engine’s
operating manual for seasonal
grades.)
Step7
Fill gas tank with
unleaded gasoline.
Do not use leaded gasoline.
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 engine’s operating manual included with the unit.
Step4
Attach the triple jet nozzle to the
spray wand.
Step5
Attach the spray wand to the trig-
ger gun.
Step3
Align holes, insert
bolt, and tighten with knob.
Step8
Attach high pres-
sure hose to trigger gun.
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