Kärcher G 3800, Manual

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● Move the engine stop switch to the
OFF position.
● For engine details see engine
manual.
● Release trigger and engage safety
lock.
● If detergents have been used, insert
1 litre of fresh water into Detergent
Bottle. Siphon water at low pressure
for one minute to clear the line of
residual detergent.
● Move the engine stop switch to the
OFF position. Close the fuel valve.
● Turn off the water source.
● Press trigger to release water
pressure.
● Release trigger and engage gun
safety lock.
● Disconnect the garden hose from the
water inlet on the unit.
● Disconnect the high pressure hose
from the high pressure outlet. Store
the high pressure hose in the gun
holder assembly.
● Turn engine switch to the OFF
position.
● Disconnect all hoses.
● Unscrew cap from Pump Guard
bottle.
● Remove internal seal.
● Reattach cap to Pump Guard bottle
and remove black protective cap.
● Screw bottle into water inlet on
pressure washer pump and squeeze.
● With ignition OFF, pull starter rope
until fluid starts to exit.
● Unscrew bottle. Store or dispose
properly.
● If Kärcher Pump Guard is
unavailable, perform the following:
● Disconnect all water connections.
● Turn on the machine for a few
seconds, until the water which
remained in the pump exits. Turn off
engine immediately.
Failure to follow the above directions
may result in damage to the pump
assembly and accessories and void
the warranty.
Do not allow high pressure hose to
become kinked.
Store machine and accessories 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.
Before winter storage and during the
cleaning season , follow the following step
to protect the pump from freezing and
premature wear.
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Taking a Break
...five minutes or more
Shutting Down &
Cleaning Up
Winterizing & Long Term
Storage