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WORKING WITH DETERGENTS
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 (–).
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, from bottom to top. Do not allow
detergent to dry on surface.
Step 2
Place the filter end of detergent suction
tube into the jug.
Step 1
Install the wash brush or the variopower nozzle.
Set the variopower nozzle to the low pressure
setting (-) by turning the nozzle collar. The nozzle
must be set in the low pressure (-) position to
apply detergents.
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 9 & 10 for specific information
on how to clean different surfaces.
Always Use Kärcher Detergents
for Best Results.
Kärcher 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 Kärcher
Detergents, check your retailer or call:
1-800-465-4980
The following Kärcher detergents are
available:
• Pressure Wash
• Deck Wash
• Degreaser
• Touchless Vehicle Wash
1-800-465-4980
