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at high pressure in a sweeping motion 
keeping the spray nozzle approximately 
6-8 inches from the cleaning surface 
(distance should increase when rinsing 
pin-striping or other sensitive surfaces). 
Always clean from top to bottom and 
from left to right. For best results, wipe 
surface dry with a chamois or soft dry 
cloth.

(with or without detergent).

 Pre-rinse 

cleaning surface with fresh water. If us-
ing detergent or Degreaser, apply deter-
gent at low pressure. Allow detergent to 
remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not 
allow detergent to dry on surface. Rinse 
at high pressure keeping the spray noz-
zle approximately 3-6 inches from the 

cleaning surface. For removing ex-
tremely stubborn dirt, it may be neces-
sary to move the spray nozzle even 
closer to the surface for greater dirt cut-
ting action. 

(with or without detergent).

 Pre-rinse 

furniture and surrounding area with 
fresh water. If using detergent, apply to 
surface at low pressure. Allow detergent 
to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do 
not allow detergent to dry on surface. If 
needed use special Wash Brush Attach-
ment (not included) to remove stubborn 
dirt. Rinse at high pressure in a sweep-
ing motion keeping the spray nozzle ap-
proximately 3-6 inches 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 accessories are accurate as 
of the printing date of this manual.  
Please check our website for pricing and 
up-to-date information.

Specially formulated to protect your 
pressure washer from freezing, corro-
sion and premature wear. The Pump 
Guard also adds lubrication to valves 
and seals to prevent sticking. Highly rec-
ommended for all Kärcher

 ®

 pressure 

washers!

Part No. 9.558-998.0

Extension Hose for all Kärcher

 ®

 high 

pressure washers between the original 
equipment hose and gun up to 
2000 PSI.

Part No. 2.642-588.0

Need to clean second story windows or 
other high areas? Increase the reach of 
your pressure washer by up to 66" with 
this extension kit. Includes 4 aluminum 
sections for variable length. 66" fully as-
sembled. Fits most Kärcher

 ®

 pressure 

washers up to 2300 PSI. (bayonet)

Part No. 2.640-746.0

Barbecue Grills, Outdoor Power 

Equipment & Gardening Tools 

Patio & Lawn Furniture

OPTIONAL CLEANING ACCESSORIES

Pump Guard

25 Ft. Extension High-Pressure 

Hose

66" Extension Wand (Four piece)

Summary of Contents for K 5.480

Page 1: ...OPERATOR MANUAL High Pressure Washer 2 MANUAL DE USUARIO Limpiador de alta presi n 17 MANUEL D UTILISATION Nettoyeur haute pression 34 5 965 834 0 12 12 K 5 480...

Page 2: ...erence 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 and product assi...

Page 3: ...Hose drum 7 Storage for trigger gun 8 Transport handle 9 Crank 10 Accessory storage 11 Power cord with power plug 12 Detergent tank removeable 13 Wheels 14 Trigger gun 15 Trigger gun safety lock 16 Ke...

Page 4: ...in this product These products can cause physical injuries to the operator and irreversible damage to the machine CAUTION Gun Kicks Back Hold with both hands The Trigger Gun Safety Lock pre vents the...

Page 5: ...will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet in stalled by a qualified electrician Do not use any type of adapter with this prod uct CAUTION When connecting the water inlet to the water supply mains l...

Page 6: ...ure hose into the trigger gun until it locks audibly Note Make sure the connection nip ple is aligned correctly Check the secure connection by pull ing on the high pressure hose Disconnect Press the d...

Page 7: ...he end of your garden hose 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...

Page 8: ...oned to the high pressure setting Max For lower pressure turn the wand col lar in the minus Min direction To apply detergent the wand must be positioned to the lower pressure setting Mix This nozzle f...

Page 9: ...om the injec tion system For best results see Cleaning Tips for specific information on how to clean different surfaces Always Use K rcher Detergent for Best Results K rcher biodegradable detergents a...

Page 10: ...rn the switch to OFF 0 position and unplug 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 Di...

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: ...work area to sections of approximately 6 feet and always apply detergent from bottom to top Allow detergent to re main on surface 1 3 minutes Do not al low detergent to dry on surface if surface appea...

Page 13: ...luded to remove stubborn dirt Rinse at high pressure in a sweep ing motion keeping the spray nozzle ap proximately 3 6 inches from the cleaning surface For best results clean from top to bottom and fr...

Page 14: ...he trigger gun of most K rcher pressure washers up to 2300 PSI bay onet 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...

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

Page 16: ...t 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 rin...

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