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WARNING 

When using this product basic precau-
tions should always be followed, includ-
ing the following:

Read all the instructions before using 
the product.

To reduce the risk of injury, close su-
pervision is necessary when a prod-
uct is used near children.

Know how to stop the product and 
bleed pressures quickly. Be thor-
oughly familiar with the controls.

Stay alert – watch what you are doing.

Do not operate the product when fa-
tigued or under the influence of alco-
hol or drugs.

Keep operating area clear of all persons.

Do not overreach or stand on unsta-
ble support. Keep good footing and 
balance at all times.

Follow the maintenance instructions 
specified in the manual.

This product is provided with a 
Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter built 
into the power cord plug. If replace-
ment of the plug or cord is needed, 
use only identical replacement parts.

WARNING 

Risk of Injection or Injury – Do Not 
Direct Discharge Stream At Persons.

High-pressure jets can be dangerous 
if misused. The jet must not be di-
rected at persons, animals, electrical 
devices, or the unit itself.

Wear safety goggles.

WARNING 

Risk Of Explosion – Do not spray 
flammable liquids.

Do not use acids, alkaline, solvents, 
or any flammable material in this 
product. These products can cause 
physical injuries to the operator and 
irreversible damage to the machine.

WARNING – Risk of Electrocution

Inspect cord before using – Do not 
use if cord is damaged.

Keep all connections dry and off the 
ground.

Do not touch plug with wet hands.

Do not use extension cord with this 
product.

Connect to individual branch circuit 
only.

CAUTION

This unit has been designed for use with 
cleaning detergents recommended by the 
manufacturer. The use of other cleaning 
detergents may affect the operation of the 
machine and void the warranty.

CAUTION

Gun kicks back – Hold with both hands.

The Spray Gun Safety Lock prevents 
the spray from accidentally being en-
gaged. This safety feature DOES 
NOT lock spray in the ON position.

WARNING

DO NOT SPRAY ELECTRICAL APPA-
RATUS AND WIRING.

DO NOT USE WITH FLAMMABLE LIQ-
UIDS AND TOXIC CHEMICALS.

HIGH-PRESSURE. KEEP CLEAR OF 
NOZZLE.

INJECTION HAZARD: EQUIPMENT 
CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY IF 
THE SPRAY PENETRATES THE 
SKIN. DO NOT POINT THE GUN AT 
ANYONE OR ANY PART OF THE 
BODY. IN CASE OF PENETRATION 
SEEK MEDICAL AID IMMEDIATELY.

THIS SYSTEM IS CAPABLE OF PRO-
DUCING 1800 PSI TO AVOID RUP-
TURE AND INJURY, DO NOT 
OPERATE THIS PUMP WITH COM-
PONENTS RATED LESS THAN 
1800 PSI WORKING PRESSURE (IN-
CLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO 

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Summary of Contents for K 3

Page 1: ...K 3 OPERATOR MANUAL High Pressure Washer 2 MANUEL D UTILISATION Nettoyeur haute pression 17 MANUAL DE USUARIO Limpiador de alta presi n 34 59669400 2015 12...

Page 2: ...for future reference the manu facturers instructions For household use only In the U S or Canada please call 1 800 537 4129 for warranty issues and visit www karcher help com for techni cal support an...

Page 3: ...switch 7 Detergent tank removeable 8 Storage for trigger gun 9 Transport handle 10 Accessory storage 11 Power cord with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI 12 Wheels 13 Trigger gun 14 Trigger gun s...

Page 4: ...acids alkaline solvents or any flammable material in this product These products can cause physical injuries to the operator and irreversible damage to the machine WARNING Risk of Electrocution Inspe...

Page 5: ...built into the plug of the power supply cord This device provides additional protection from the risk of electric shock Should replacement of the plug or cord become necessary use only identical repl...

Page 6: ...or to the unit s water inlet Note Never attach the garden hose connector to the unit s water inlet STEP 6 Push the high pressure hose into the trigger gun until it locks audibly Note Make sure the con...

Page 7: ...ose STEP 4 Push the garden hose connector on to the water inlet connector and make sure you hear it click into place before proceeding STEP 5 Connect garden hose to the cold wa ter source and turn wat...

Page 8: ...nozzle features a 0 pencil jet which rotates 360 for maximum dirt cutting ac tion effectively increasing cleaning per formance up to 50 This nozzle combines the cleaning performance of a 0 pencil jet...

Page 9: ...ils Tri sodium phosphate products Ammonia products Acid based products These chemicals will harm the unit and will damage the surface being cleaned Use of these items will void the war ranty STEP 1 In...

Page 10: ...nplug cord from outlet STEP 2 Turn off the water source STEP 3 Press trigger to release water pres sure STEP 4 Release trigger and engage gun safety lock STEP 5 Disconnect the garden hose from the wat...

Page 11: ...als CAUTION Failure to follow the above directions will result in damage to the pump assembly and accessories and will void the war ranty K rcher also recommends the regular practice of using a pump p...

Page 12: ...detergent to remain on surface 1 3 minutes Do not allow detergent to dry on surface if sur face appears to be drying simply wet down surface with fresh water If need ed use special wash brush attachm...

Page 13: ...y 7 5 15 cm 3 6 in from the cleaning surface For best results clean from top to bottom and from left to right Optional accessories are available to further enhance your cleaning capabili ties These ac...

Page 14: ...trigger gun of most K rcher pressure washers up to 2300 PSI bayonet Part No 2 640 747 0 Why spend hours stripping old paint and rust by hand using harsh chemicals Let the K rcher Wet Sandblasting Kit...

Page 15: ...er supply is restricted Check garden hose for kinks leaks and blockage Not enough inlet water supply Open water source full force Water inlet filter is clogged Remove filter and rinse out in warm wate...

Page 16: ...rt new washer Spray wand leaks Spray wand not properly at tached Insert the spray wand into the trigger gun Carefully press in against the spring tension and twist into the locked position Broken o ri...

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