1800
Karcher 1800 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 1800 G Part No.1.133-114.0
High Pressure Washer Operator Manual
Specifications
Operating pressure 1800 PSI
Water volume 2.0 GPM
Engine 4.0 HP Briggs & Stratton Quattro
9.139-086
05/00
800-537-4129
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Item Description
1. Water inlet
2. Detergent tray with screw
3. Knob Assembly (two each):
Bolt
Knob
4. Oil fill cap
5. High pressure hose
6. Detergent suction tube
with filter
7. Handle
8. Accessory rack
9. Trigger gun safety lock
10. Trigger gun
11. Pull start
12. Gas tank
13. Primer ball
14. Throttle
15. Wand with adjustable
spray nozzle.
16. High pressure outlet
(no pictured)
NEVER!
MODEL K 1800 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, 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 fur ther questions
regarding the use of recommended cleaning detergent, please call Kärcher customer service 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 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.
• 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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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Step1
Slide the handle through the
accessory rack.
Step2 Align the holes of the accessory
rack to the handle and fasten the four
screws.
Step3 Insert
the handle into the frame.
Align holes, insert bolt, and tighten with
knob.
Step5
Attach high pressure hose to trigger
gun.
Step4 Insert the spray wand into the gun.
Push in and turn clockwise to lock spray wand in
place.
Turn the wand collar clockwise onto the
spray wand threads
until tight.
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