Karcher K 2.55 User Manual

K 2.55

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9.760-071.0 07/05

HIGH PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR MANUAL
Model Overview 3 Important Safety Instructions 4 Assembly Instructions 5 Operating Instructions 6 GFCI Instructions 7 Using the Accessories 7 Working with Detergents 8 Taking a Break ..five minutes or more9 Shutting Down & Clean-Up 9 Winterizing and Long-Term Storage10 Care and Maintenance Instructions 10 Cleaning Tips 11 Troubleshooting 13
Safety Alert Symbols
DANGER
indicates “an imminently hazardous sit­uation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.’
Operating pressure 1400 PSI
Water volume 1.3 GPM
Amp draw 13 AMPS
Voltage 120 V
Part No. 1.601-501.0
Serial no.
Kärcher Customer Support USA
Call: 1-800-537-4129 for help or visit our website:
www.karcher-usa.com/home
Please take a moment to register your presure washer online at
www.karcher-usa.com/warranty
Specifications
WARNING
indicates “a potentially hazardous situa­tion which, 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.
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Kärcher Customer Service CDN
Call: 1-800-465-4980 for help or visit our website: www.karcher.ca
Kärcher Customer Support Mexico
Call: 01-800-024-13-13 for help or visit our website: www.karcher.com.mx
MODEL OVERVIEW
1 Power cord with Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) 2 On/OFF switch 3 Trigger gun safety lock 4 High pressure hose 5 Trigger gun 6 Wash brush 7 Vario Power Spray wand
8 Water inlet with garden hose
connector 9 Detergent suction tube with filter 10 High pressure outlet 11 Connector for detergent suction tube
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 us-
ing the product.
! To reduce the risk of injury, close su-
pervision 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 do-
ing.
! 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.
! This Product Is Provided With A
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Built Into The Power Cord Plug. If Re­placement Of The Plug Or Cord Is Needed, Use Only Identical Re­placement Parts.
! Risk of Injection or Injury – Do Not
Direct Discharge Stream At Per­sons.
! High pressure jets can be dangerous
if misused. 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.
! Do not use extension cord with this
unit.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground. Do not touch plug with wet hands.
SERVICING OF A DOUBLE-
INSULATED PRODUCT
In a double-insulated product, two sys­tems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated product, nor should a means for grounding be added to the product. Servicing a dou­ble-insulated product requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated product must be iden­tical to the parts they replace. A double­insulated product is marked with the words “double-insulation” or “double-in- sulated”. The symbol “!” may also be marked on the product.
GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTER-
RUPTER PROTECTION
This product is supplied with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) built into the power cord plug. This device pro-
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vides additional protection from the risk of electric shock. If power is interrupted in the line, the GFCI will automatically re-close the circuit to the load after pow­er is restored. Depending on the GFCI model, it may be necessary to manually operate the reset button to restore pow­er to the GFCI load circuit. If replace­ment of the plug or cord is needed use identical replacement parts.
WATER SUPPLY
(Cold Water Only)
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 into the water supply. Direct connection via a receiver tank or backflow preventer, for example, is permitted.
Dirt in the feed water will damage the unit. To avoid this risk, we recommend fitting a water filter.
! Garden hose must be at least 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 sol-
vents, 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!!
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
" STEP 1:
Connect the detergent suction tube to the pressure washer.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1:
"
Connect the high pressure hose to the unit’s high pressure outlet.
" STEP 2:
Insert the spray wand of your choice into the trigger gun. Press in against the spring tension and twist into locked position.
" STEP 4:
Connect garden hose to the cold wa­ter source and turn water on com­pletely. Plug the power cord into the power outlet.
" STEP 5:
Unlock the Safety lock. Trigger the gun to eliminate trapped air, wait for a steady flow of water to emerge from the spray nozzle.
" STEP 3:
Connect garden hose to unit’s water inlet.
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" STEP 6:
Turn on the high pressure washer (I).
The motor starts only if the trigger of the gun is pulled and shuts off when the trigger is released.
GFCI INSTRUCTIONS
" STEP 1: Plug the Ground Fault Cir-
cuit Interrupter (GFCI) into a working outlet.
" STEP 2: Press ’’TEST’’, then press
’’RESET’’ to assure proper connec­tion to power. Note: The actual appearance of the GFCI may be different from this illu­stration.
USING THE ACCESSORIES
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WARNING
To avoid serious injury never point spray nozzle at yourself, other per­sons or animals.
Vario Power Spray Wand
! The Vario Power Spray Wand allows
you to adjust the cleaning pressure. To clean at maximum pressure, the wand must be positioned to the high pressure setting (Max). For lower pressure turn the wand collar in the minus (Min) direction. To apply detergent, the wand must be positioned to the lower pressure setting (Min).
Wash Brush
This brush is ideal for removing stub­born dirt and stains from finished sur­faces. Use with detergents possible.
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WORKING WITH DETERGENTS
Detergents can only be applied at low pressure (Min.).
" STEP 1:
Install the Vario Power Spray Wand. Set the spray wand to the low pres­sure setting (Min.).
" STEP 2:
Fill a container with Kärcher deter­gent. Place the filter end of detergent suction tube into the container.
" STEP 3:
Turn on the pressure washer (I). 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 4:
Always draw fresh water through the detergent suction tube when done, to rinse/flush any remaining detergents from the injection sys­tem.
For best results see Cleaning Tips for specific information on how to clean different surfaces.
CAUTION
This unit has been designed for use with cleaning detergents recommended by the manufacturer. The use of other cleaning detergents may affect the op­eration of the machine and void the war­ranty.
Always Use Kärcher Detergent for Best Results
Kärcher biodegradable detergents are specially formulated to protect the envi­ronment and your pressure washer. The special formula won’t clog the suction tube filter 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
The following Kärcher detergents are available:
One Gallon ready to use
! All Purpose & Vehicle Cleaner ! Deck & Patio Cleaner ! Heavy Duty Degreaser ! Exterior House Cleaner
CAUTION
Never use:
– Bleach, Chlorine products and other
corrosive chemicals
– Liquids containing solvents (i.e.,
paint thinners, gasoline, oils) – Tri-sodium phosphate products – Ammonia products – Acid-based products These chemicals will harm the unit and
will damage the surface being cleaned.
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TAKING A BREAK ..five minutes or more
" STEP 1:
Release trigger and engage gun safety lock.
" STEP 2:
Turn pressure washer to OFF (O) position.
SHUTTING DOWN & CLEAN-UP
" STEP 1:
Turn the switch to OFF (0) position and unplug cord from outlet.
" STEP 2:
Turn off the water source.
" STEP 3:
Press trigger to release water pres­sure.
" STEP 5:
Disconnect the high pressure hose from the high pressure outlet.
" STEP 4:
Disconnect the garden hose from the water inlet on the unit.
" STEP 6:
Release trigger and engage gun safety lock.
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WINTERIZING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE
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 accesso-
ries in a room which does not reach freezing temperatures. DO NOT store near furnace or other sources of heat as it may dry out the pump seals.
CAUTION
Failure to follow the above directions will result in damage to the pump as­sembly and accessories. Kärcher also recommends the regular practice of using a pump protector like “Kärcher Pump Guard’’ to help during storage in the winter months.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Cleaning the water inlet filter Maintenance
Pull out the water inlet filter with flat­nose pliers and rinse out in warm water.
Note: if you pull out the water inlet filter the sealing gets out too. Take care to mount it again after cleaning the filter.
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The unit is maintenance-free.
CLEANING TIPS
Deck Cleaning
(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.
House Siding
(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 Pressure Wash to remain on surface 1­3 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.
Cement Patios, Brick and Stone
(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.
Cars, Boats & Motorcycles
(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.
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Barbecue Grills, Outdoor Power
Equipment & Gardening Tools
(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.
Patio & Lawn Furniture
(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 1­3 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.
Recommendations
! Before cleaning any surface an in-
conspicuous 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, flush sur-
faces with plenty of drinking water.
! For additional cleaning tips, visit our
website at www.karcher-usa.com/
home
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Troubleshooting
CAUTION
Disconnect the machine from the power source before making any repair.
Symptom Cause Solution
Motor will not start On/Off switch is in the “OFF”
(O) position. Power cord is not plugged in. Plug in power cord. Electrical outlet does not sup­ply adequate power. Tripped circuit breaker. Switch off pressure washer.
Unit does not reach high pressure.
Output pressure va­ries high and low.
Diameter of garden hose is too small.
Water supply is restricted. Check garden hose for kinks,
Not enough inlet water supp­ly. Water inlet filter is clogged. Remove filter and rinse out in
Spray wand is on low pressu­re position.
Not enough inlet water supp­ly.
Pump is sucking air. Check that hoses and fittings
Water inlet filter is clogged. Remove filter and rinse out in
Discharge nozzle is obstruc­ted.
Calcified gun, hose or spray wand.
Turn switch to the “ON” (I) po­sition
Try a different outlet.
GFCI will reset once the tem­perature of the unit drops. Replace with a 5/8 inch or lar­ger garden hose.
leaks and blockage. Open water source full force.
warm water. Turn spray wand to high pres-
sure position. Turn water on full force.
Check garden hose for kinks, leaks or blockage.
are air tight. Turn off machine and purge pump by squee­zing trigger gun until a steady flow of water emerges throu­gh the nozzle.
warm water. Blow out or remove debris
with a fine needle. Run distilled vinegar through
detergent suction tube.
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Symptom Cause Solution
No detergent. Detergent suction tube not
properly connected to the ma­chine. Detergent is too thick. Dilute detergent, for best re-
Filter on detergent suction tube is clogged.
Damaged or clogged deter­gent suction tube. Spray wand is in high pressu­re position.
Discharge nozzle is obstruc­ted.
Garden hose con­nection leaks.
Spray wand leaks. Spray wand not properly atta-
Pump is noisy. Pump is sucking air. Check that hoses and fittings
Water leaks from pump (up to 10 drops per minute is permis­sible).
Oil Drip. Oil seals are damaged or
Loose fittings. Tighten fittings. Missing/worn rubber washer. Insert new washer.
ched.
Broken o-ring or plastic insert. Call Customer Support
Loose fittings. Check that all fittings are
Water seals are damaged or worn.
worn.
Check connection.
sults use Kärcher detergent. Run warm water through filter
to remove debris. Remove obstruction or repla-
ce detergent suction tube. Turn spray wand tip to low pressure position. Blow out or remove debris with fine needle.
Insert the spray wand into the trigger gun. Carefully press in against the spring tension and twist into the lokked posi­tion.
are air tight. Turn off machine and purge pump by squee­zing trigger gun until a steady flow of water emerges throu­gh the nozzle.
tight. Call Customer Support
Call Customer Support
Kärcher Customer Support USA Kärcher Customer Service CDN
If you encounter any additional difficul­ties not listed, please call 1-800-537-4129 for help or visit our website: www.karcher-usa.com/home
Call: 1-800-465-4980 for help or visit our website: www.karcher.ca
Kärcher Customer Support Mexico
Call: 01-800-024-13-13 for help or visit our website: www.karcher.com.mx
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