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WORKING WITH DETERGENTS
Step 2
Fill a container with Karcher
detergent. Set metering valve on filter to
desired dosage. 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.
Step 1
Install the Wash brush or the Vario
spray wand. Set the Vario spray wand to the
low pressure setting (-) by turning the wand
collar. The wand must be set in the low pres-
sure (-) position to apply detergents.
Detergents can only be applied at low pressure (-).
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.
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
formula won’t clog the suction tube filter
and will protect the internal parts of the pres-
sure washer for a longer life. For Karcher
Detergents, check your retailer
or call:
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
