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WORKING WITH DETERGENTS
Karcher Pressure washers operate at two pressures. The high pressure setting is used for
cleaning, you cannot apply detergents when working at high pressure. To apply detergents you
must be operating at low pressure.
For best results see Cleaning
Tips on pages 8 & 9 for specific
information on how to clean
different surfaces.
Always Use Karcher
Detergents for Best Results.
Karcher 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 Karcher
Detergents, check your retailer
or call:
Step 1
To apply detergents Install the
Wash brush or the high/low spray wand.
Push in and turn clockwise
to lock into position.
Then set wand tip
to the low pressure
setting (-).
Step 2
Fill a detergen tank with Karcher
detergent. Place the filter end of detergent
suction tube into the container.
Step 3
Turn on the pressure washer.
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.
The following Karcher detergents are
available:
• Vehicle Wash
• House Wash
• Degreaser
• Deck Wash
• All Purpose Cleaner
In USA Call:
1-800-537-4129
or visit our website:
www.karcher-usa.com
