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Item Description
1. Water
inlet
2. Detergent suction tube
3. Oil fill cap
4. Knob Assembly (two each):
Hex Head Screw
Serrated Washer Knob
5. High
pressure
hose
6. Detergent
Filter
7. Handle
8. Trigger gun safety lock
9. Trigger
gun
10. Pull start
11. Gas tank
12. Vario spray wand
13. High pressure outlet
(not pictured)
14. Accessory rack
15. Manual
16. 4 screws for accessory
rack (not pictured)
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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 venti-
lated 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, sol-
vents, or any other flam-
mable material in this
product. These products can cause phys-
ical injuries to the operator and irre-
versible damage to the machine.
• 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 pres-
sure 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 pre-
determined high temperature ejecting hot
water before resetting. This ensures that the
pump does not become damaged.
Caution
• Follow the maintenance instruc-
tions 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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NEVER!
MODEL K 1800 IB/2200 IB 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.
NOTE: Engines controls shown may appear different.
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