Karcher K 5.93 User Manual
K 5.93 M
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Please keep the original box, packaging and receipt. Before operating this unit,
please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
5.961-547.0 02/05EN
HIGH PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR MANUAL
Overview 3
Important Safety Instructions 4-5
Assembly Instructions 6
Operating Instructions 7
Using the Accessories 8
Working with Detergents 9
Shut Down 10
Taking a Break 10
Winterizing and Long-Term Storage11
Care and Maintenance Instructions 11
Cleaning Tips 12-13
Optional Cleaning Accessories 13
Troubleshooting 14-15
Specifications
Operating pressure 10500 kPa
Water volume 1.4 GPM
Amp draw 13 AMPS
Voltage 120 V
Part No. 1.630-202.0
Serial no.
Kärcher Customer Service CDN
Call: 1-800-465-4980 for help or visit
our website: www.karcher.ca
KÄRCHER 2 YEAR WARRANTY
KÄRCHER CANADA INC. warrants to
the original owner that this product shall
be free from defects in material and
workmanship for two years from the
date of its original purchase. If such a
defect appears during the warranty period, upon presentation of proof of
purchase, KÄRCHER CANADA INC.
will repair or replace (at its option) your
product without charge.
This warranty does not cover accidental
damage, unreasonable use, normal
wear and tear, loss of use or other consequential damages, nor does it cover
repairs made or attempted by unauthorized persons.
Trigger gun, hose, spray wands and
other accessories are warranted for
3 months.
Please note that no returns will be accepted without prior authorization from
our customer service department.
It is the owner’s responsibility to file
claims for damage caused by public
transportation carriers directly with the
carrier concerned.
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.
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MODEL OVERVIEW
Description of Items
1 Power cord
2 High pressure outlet
3 ON/OFF switch
4 Water inlet and filter inlet with gar-
den hose connector (not shown)
5 Detergent tank (removable)
6 Detergent suction tube with cap
7 Transport handle
8 Accessory compartment
9 High pressure hose
10 Trigger gun
11 Trigger gun safety lock
12 Quattro nozzle
13 Detergent dosing valve
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.
! 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.
WARNING
Do not spray electrical apparatus and
wiring.
Do not use with flammable liquids and
toxic chemicals.
Injection hazard: equipment can cause
serious injury if the spray penetrates the
skin. do not point the gun at anyone or
any part of the body. In case of penetration seek medical aid immediately.
This system is capable of producing
10500 kPa to avoid rupture and injury,
do not operate this pump with components rated less than 10500 kPa working
pressure (including but not limited to
spray guns, hose and hose connections).
Before servicing, cleaning or removing
any parts, shut off power and relieve
pressure.
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
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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 installed by a qualified electrician. Do not
use any type of adapter with this product.
Extension Cords
! Use only 3-wire extention cords that
have 3-prong grounding-type plugs
and 3-pole cord connectors that ac-
cept the plug from the product.
Up to 25 ft = 12/3 AWG;
25 to 50 ft = 10/3 AWG.
! Use only extension cords that are in-
tended for outdoor use. These ex-
tension cords are identified by the
marking “Acceptable for use with
outdoor appliances; store indoors
while not in use.”
! Use only extension cords having an
electrical rating not less than the ra-
ting of the product.
! Do not use damaged extension
cords.
! Examine extension cord before
using and replace if damaged.
! Do not abuse extension cord and do
not yank on any cord to disconnect.
! Keep cord away from heat and sharp
edges.
! Always disconnect the extension
cord from the receptacle before dis-
connecting the product from the ex-
tension cord.
! If you are using an extension cord, it
should always be completely un-
wound from the cable drum.
WARNING
To reduce the risc of electrocution, keep
all connections dry and off the ground.
Do not touch plug with wet hands.
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 1/2 inch
or 5/8 inch in diameter.
! Flow rate of water supply must not
fall below 2 GPM (gallons per minute).
! 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 solvents, 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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