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WORKING WITH DETERGENTS

Detergents can only be applied with the

black nozzle.

Step 1

Install the black quick-connect low pressure

nozzle  for  detergent  application  at  low

pressure.

Step 2

Adjust the filter end of the detergent tube for

light  (–  /  0.15 gpm),  or  maximum  (+  /

0.20 gpm) detergent coverage.

Step 3

Fill a container with Kärcher detergent. Place

the filter end of detergent suction tube into

the detergent.

Step 4

With  the  engine  running,  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.

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.

For  best  results  see  Cleaning  Tips  on

pages 10 & 11 for specific information on

how to clean different surfaces.

Always Use Kärcher

Detergents for Best Results.

Kärcher  biodegradable  detergents  are

specially  formulated  to  protect  the

environment  and  your  pressure  washer.

Special formula won’t clog the suction tube

filter and will protect the internal parts of the

pressure washer for a longer life. For Kär-

cher Detergents, check your retailer

or call our service center for help.

The following Kärcher detergents are

available in USA:

• All Purpose and Vehicle Wash

• Exterior House Cleaner

• Deck & Patio Cleaner

• Heavy Duty Degreaser

The following Kärcher detergents are

available in Canada:

• Vehicle Wash

• Pressure Wash

• Deck + Fence Wash

• Degreaser

Summary of Contents for HD 2.6/26 P

Page 1: ...HD 2 6 26 P 9 139 168 04 05 English 2 Espa ol 14 Fran ais 26...

Page 2: ...ng a Break 9 Winterizing and Long Term Storage 9 Cleaning Tips 10 11 Optional Cleaning Accessories 11 Troubleshooting 12 13 Specifications Max Pressure 2600 PSI Water volume 2 6 GPM Detergent suction...

Page 3: ...4 High pressure hose 5 Gas tank 6 Spray wand 7 Dipstick 8 Water inlet with garden hose connector 9 High pressure outlet 10 Detergent filter 11 Detergent suction tube 12 Spark plug 13 Hose Reel option...

Page 4: ...sure quickly Be thoroughly fa miliar 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...

Page 5: ...loaded collar of the wand back to insert your choice of quick connect nozzle Step 7 Attach the high pressure hose to the spray gun Step 8 Prior to initial startup cut off tip of oil reservior cap DANG...

Page 6: ...ion Starting a Warm Engine If the engine has run out of fuel set choke lever to the CLOSED position after refueling If the engine has not run out of fuel leave the choke lever in the OPEN position Ste...

Page 7: ...age 5 step 5 step 6 The color coded quick connect nozzles provide a wide array of spray widths from 0 to 65 and are easily accessible when placed in the convenient rubber nozzle hol der which is provi...

Page 8: ...nt 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 For best results see Cleaning...

Page 9: ...he throttle lever to theSLOW position to shut down engine Allow the engine to idle for a few seconds then move the throttle lever to the STOP position Engine with fixed throttle Move the engine stop s...

Page 10: ...keeping the spray nozzle approximately 6 inches from the cleaning surface Caution Do not use Dirtblaster Spray Nozzle on siding as it may cause damage Cement Patios Brick and Stone with or without det...

Page 11: ...ure with or without detergent Pre rinse furniture and surrounding area with fresh water If using K rcher All Pur pose and Vehicle Wash Canada Pressure Wash place detergent suction tube directly into c...

Page 12: ...ries high and low Not enough inlet water supply Turn water on full force Check garden hose for kinks leaks or blockage Pump is sucking air Check that hoses and fittings are air tight Turn off machine...

Page 13: ...off machine and purgepump by squeezing trigger gun until a steady flow of water emerges through the nozzle Water leaks from pump Loose fittings Check that all fittings are tight Water seals are damage...

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