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Overview  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Precautions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3
Assembly Instructions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Operating Instructions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
GFCI Instructions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Using the Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Working with Detergents  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Shut Down and Clean-Up  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Taking a Break  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Winterizing and Long-Term Storage  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Cleaning Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
Optional Cleaning Accessories  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Troubleshooting  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11

Model K 210 

Part No. 1.223-680.0

High Pressure Washer Operator Manual

Specifications

Operating pressure 

1300 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

Summary of Contents for K 210

Page 1: ...an Up 7 Taking a Break 7 Winterizing and Long Term Storage 7 Cleaning Tips 8 9 Optional Cleaning Accessories 9 Troubleshooting 10 11 Model K 210 Part No 1 223 680 0 High Pressure Washer Operator Manual Specifications Operating pressure 1300 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 ...

Page 2: ...fety lock 11 Trigger gun 12 Power cord 13 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI 14 High low spray wand 2 1 4 9 7 11 5 6 8 Never point nozzle at people or animals Never drink alcohol or use drugs while operating this equipment Never operate while standing in water Never touch plug with wet hands Never let electrical connections rest in water Never operate pressure washer without the water turned on...

Page 3: ...ing and replace if damaged Do not abuse extension cord and do not yank on any cord to disconnect Keep cord away from heat and sharp edges Always disconnect the extension cord from the receptacle before disconnecting the product from the extension cord If you are using an extension cord it should always be completely unwound from the cable drum Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI Protection This ...

Page 4: ...perature 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 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Step 1 Insert the Spray Wand Extension into the trigger gun Press in against the spring tension and twist into the lock posi tion Turn the Spray Wand...

Page 5: ...Step 3 Connect garden hose to unit s water inlet Step 4 Connect garden hose to the cold water source and turn water on completely Step 5 Plug the power cord into the power out let Trigger the gun to eliminate trapped air wait for a steady flow of water to emerge from the spray nozzle Step 6 Turn on I the pressure washer The motor starts only if the trigger of the gun is pulled and shuts off when t...

Page 6: ... performance of a 0º pencil jet with the surface coverage of a wide angle nozzle Not recommended for soft materials siding painted surfaces decks or autos Dirtblaster spray wand High low spray wand The High low spray wand allows you to adjust the cleaning pressure To clean at maximum pressure the High low wand must be positioned to the high pressure setting To apply detergent the wand must be posi...

Page 7: ...ergent is drawn into the unit and mixed with water Apply detergent to work area Do not allow detergent to dry on surface For best results see Cleaning Tips on pages 8 9 for specific informa tion on how to clean different surfaces Always Use Karcher Detergents for Best Results Karcher biodegradable detergents are specially formulated to protect the environ ment and your pressure washer The special ...

Page 8: ...amage to the pump assembly and accessories TAKING A BREAK five minutes or more Step 1 Remove de tergent suction tube from container and insert into 1 gallon of fresh water Siphon water at low pres sure for one minute Step 2 Turn the switch to off O position and unplug cord from outlet Step 3 Turn off the water source Step 4 Press trigger to release water pressure Step 5 Disconnect the garden hose ...

Page 9: ... even sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 6 inches from the cleaning surface Caution Do not use Dirtblaster wand on siding as it may cause damage Cement Patios Brick and Stone with or without detergent Pre rinse cleaning surface with fresh water If using Kärcher All Purpose Cleaner place detergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pressure ...

Page 10: ...ly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pressure Allow Kärcher All Purpose Cleaner to remain on surface 1 3 minutes Do not allow detergent to dry on surface If needed use special Wash Brush Attachment to remove stubborn dirt Rinse at high pres sure in a sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 3 6 inches from the cleaning surface For best results clean from top to botto...

Page 11: ...eaks and blockage Not enough inlet water supply Open water source full force Water inlet filter is clogged Remove filter and rinse out in warm water 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 and purge pump by squeezing trigger gun until a steady flow of water ...

Page 12: ...gger gun until a steady flow of water emerges through the nozzle Loose fittings Check that all fittings are tight Call service center Water seals are damaged or worn Call Kärcher customer service hotline and order repair kit part no 2 883 111 0 Pump is sucking air Oil seals are damaged or worn Call service center Spray wand or Spray wand extension leaks Spray wand not properly attached Insert the ...

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