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WORKING WITH DETERGENT
USING THE ACCESSORIES
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 environ-
ment 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:
1-800-537-4129
The following Karcher detergents are
available:
• Vehicle Wash
• House Wash
• Degreaser
• Deck Wash
• All Purpose Cleaner
Step 1
To apply detergents the triple jet
nozzle must be set to the “CHEM” position.
The triple jet nozzle must be positioned to one of the two settings for high pressure cleaning
by turning the the nozzle tip. The pencil jet spray (0º) should be used for stubborn dirt. The
High pressure flat spray (25º) should be used for cleaning over a large surface area. The third
setting on the triple jet nozzle is used for the application of detergents.
Detergents can only be applied in the “CHEM” setting.
Step 2
Fill a container with Karcher
detergent. Place the filter end of detergent
suction tube into the container.
Step 3
With the engine running, 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.
High pressure
pencil jet cleaning.
High pressure
fan spray cleaning.
Low Pressure
Detergent application
“CHEM” position.
WARNING TO AVOID
SERIOUS INJURY, NEVER
POINT SPRAY NOZZLE AT
YOURSELF, OTHER PERSONS
OR ANIMALS
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