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Model K 2.40

 

 

 

 Part No. 1.223–585.0

High Pressure Washer Operator Manual

Overview ........................................................................ 2
Precautions ................................................................. 2-4
Assembly Instructions .................................................... 4
Operating Instructions ................................................... 5
GFCI Instructions ........................................................... 6
Using the Accessories ................................................... 6
Working with Detergents ................................................ 7
Shut Down and Clean-Up .............................................. 8
Taking a Break ................................................................ 8
Winterizing and Long-Term Storage .............................. 8
Cleaning Tips ............................................................ 9-10
Optional Cleaning Accessories .................................... 10
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 11-12

Specifications

Operating pressure

1400 PSI

Water volume

1.3 GPM

Voltage

120 V

Amp draw

14 AMPS

In USA Call:

1-800-537-4129

or visit our website:

www.karcher-usa.com

5.961-056.0

 (2006403-08/03)

Summary of Contents for K 2.40

Page 1: ...cessories 6 Working with Detergents 7 Shut Down and Clean Up 8 Taking a Break 8 Winterizing and Long Term Storage 8 Cleaning Tips 9 10 Optional Cleaning Accessories 10 Troubleshooting 11 12 Specificat...

Page 2: ...er cord 10 Ground fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI 11 Detergent Container removable Never point nozzle at people or animals Never drink alcohol or use drugs while operating this equipment Never operate...

Page 3: ...ion cord If you are using an extension cord it should always be completely unwound from the cable drum WARNING To reduce the risk of electrocution keep all connections dry and off the ground Do not to...

Page 4: ...detergent container IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS continued 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...

Page 5: ...p 4 Connect garden hose to the cold water source and turn water on completely Step 5 Plug the power cord into the power outlet Unlock the lock of the trigger gun Press TEST then press RESET to assure...

Page 6: ...earance of the GFCI may be different from this illustration Step 1 Plug the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI into a working outlet Step 2 Press TEST then press RESET to assure proper connection t...

Page 7: ...the high low spray wand into the trigger gun Push in and turn clockwise to lock into position Then set wand tip to the low pressure setting Step 2 Fill the detergent container with Karcher detergent...

Page 8: ...er and insert into 1 gallon of fresh water Siphon water at low pressure for one minute Step 2 Turn the switch to 0 position and unplug cord from outlet Step 3 Turn off the water source Step 4 Press tr...

Page 9: ...eping the spray nozzle approximately 6 inches from the cleaning surface Caution Do not use rotating nozzle spray wand on siding as it may cause damage CLEANING TIPS Cement Patios Brick and Stone with...

Page 10: ...ued Patio Lawn Furniture with or without detergent Pre rinse furniture and surrounding area with fresh water If using K rcher All Purpose Cleaner place detergent suction tube directly into cleaning so...

Page 11: ...ed Discharge nozzle is obstructed Calcified gun hose or spray wand Solution Turn switch to the ON position Plug in power cord Replace extension cord with either a 25 ft 12 2 gauge cord or a 50 ft 10 2...

Page 12: ...nd order repair kit part no 2 883 111 0 Check that hoses and fittings are air tight Turn off machine and purge pump by squeezing trigger gun until a steady flow of water emerges through the nozzle Che...

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