KARCHER Surface Cleaner • 9.802-898.0 • Rev. 09/19
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PRESSURE WASHER
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
3. Pour about one teaspoon of engine oil through
the spark plug hole, pull the starter grip several
times and replace the plug. Then pull the starter
grip slowly until you feel increased pressure which
indicates the piston is on its compression stroke and
leave it in that position. This closes both the intake
and exhaust valves to prevent rusting of cylinder.
4. Cover pressure washer and store in a clean, dry
place that is well ventilated away from open flame
or sparks. NOTE: The use of a fuel additive, such as
STA-BIL
®
, or an equivalent, will minimize the formula-
tion of fuel deposits during shortage. Such additives
may be added to the gasoline in the fuel tank of the
engine, or to gasoline in a storage container.
After Extended Storage
CAUTION: Prior to restarting, thaw out any
possible ice from pressure washer hoses,
spray gun or wand.
ATTENTION: Avant de redémarrer, faire
fondre la glace se trouvant sur les boyaux,
le pistolet pulvérisateur ou la lance de la
laveuse à pression.
Engine Maintenance
During the winter months, rare atmospheric conditions
may develop which will cause an icing condition in the
carburetor. If this develops, the engine may run rough,
lose power and may stall. This temporary condition can
be overcome by deflecting some of the hot air from the
engine over the carburetor area. NOTE: Refer to the
engine manufacturer's manual for service and mainte-
nance of the engine.
SHUTTING DOWN AND CLEAN-UP
STEP 1: Turn off the engine.
STEP 4: Disconnect the garden hose from
the water inlet on the machine.
STEP 5: Engage the spray
gun safety lock.
STEP 6: Pull trigger bar to drain
water from surface cleaner swivel
and spray arm.
STEP 3: Press trigger to release
water pressure.
STEP 2: Turn off water supply.
On-Off
Switch
Pump
Water Inlet
Safety
Latch
Trigger
bar
CAUTION: Always store your pressure washer in a
location where the temperature will not fall below
32°F (0°C). The pump in this machine is susceptible
to permanent damage if frozen. FREEZE DAMAGE
IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.
ATTENTION: Toujours entreposer la laveuse à pres-
sion dans un endroit où la température ne sera pas
inférieure à 0 °C (32 °F). La pompe sur cette machine
est susceptible de subir des dommages si elle est
exposée au gel. LES DOMMAGES DUS AU GEL NE
SONT PAS COUVERTS PAR LA GARANTIE.
1. Stop the pressure washer, squeeze spray gun trig-
ger to release pressure.
2. Detach water supply hose and high pressure hose.
3. Turn on the machine for a few seconds, until re-
maining water exits. Turn engine off immediately.
4. Drain the gas and oil from the engine.
5. Do not allow high pressure hose to become kinked.
6. Store the machine and accessories in a room which
does not reach freezing temperatures.
CAUTION: Failure to follow the above directions will
result in damage to your pressure washer.
ATTENTION: Le non-respect des directives ci-
dessus entraînera des dommages à la laveuse à
pression.
When the pressure washer is not being operated or is
being stored for more than one month, follow these
instructions:
1. Replenish engine oil to upper level.
2. Drain gasoline from fuel tank, fuel line, fuel valve
and carburetor.
STORAGE
