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Safety

WARNING: This machine exceeds 
85 dB. Appropriate ear protection 
must be worn.

AVERTISSEMENT: 

Cette machine 

excède 85 dB et une protection de 
l'ouïe appropriée doit être portée

WARNING: Hot discharge fluid. 
Do not touch or direct discharge 
stream at persons or animals.

AVERTISSEMENT: Liquide de 
décharge chaud. Ne pas toucher 
ou décharger directement le jet 
vers des personnes ou des 
animaux

WARNING: This machine 
produces hot water and must 

have insulated components attached to protect the 
operator.

AVERTISSEMENT: Cette machine produit de l'eau 
chaude et doit comporter des composants isolés 
attachés pour protéger l'opérateur.

WARNING: Risk of injury. Hot 
surfaces can cause burns. Use 
only designated gripping areas 
of spray gun and wand. Do not 
place hands or feet on non-
insulated areas of the pressure 
washer. 

AVERTISSEMENT: Risque de 
blessures. Les surfaces chaudes 
peuvent causer des brûlures. 

Utiliser uniquement les zones de prise désignées 
du pistolet pulvérisateur et de la lance. Ne pas 
placer les mains ou les pieds sur des endroits non 
isolés de la laveuse à pression

11. To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is 

necessary when a machine is used near children. 
Do not allow children to operate the pressure 
washer. 

This machine must be attended during 

operation. 

WARNING: Grip cleaning wand 
securely with both hands 
before starting. Failure to do 
this could result in injury from a 
whipping wand.

AVERTISSEMENT: Agripper la 
lance de nettoyage avec les 
deux mains avant de 
commencer. Le non-respect de 
cette consigne pourrait mener à 
des blessures causées par le 

mouvement violent de la lance.

12. Never make adjustments on machine while in 

operation.

13. Be certain all quick coupler fittings are secured 

before using pressure washer.

WARNING: High pressure 
developed by these machines 
will cause personal injury or 
equipment damage. Keep clear 
of nozzle. Use caution when 
operating. Do not direct 
discharge stream at people or 
animals, or severe injury   or 
death will result. 

AVERTISSEMENT: La haute 

pression générée par ces machines causera des 
lésions corporelles ou des dommages à 
l'équipement. Se tenir à l'écart de la buse. Faire 
preuve de prudence lors de l'utilisation. Ne pas 
décharger directement le jet vers des personnes 
ou des animaux, car cela risquerait de causer des 
blessures graves ou même la mort.

WARNING: Protect machine 
from freezing.

AVERTISSEMENT: Protéger la 
machine contre le gel

14.To keep machine in best 
operating conditions, it is 
important you protect machine 
from freezing. Failure to protect 
machine from freezing could 
cause malfunction of the machine 

and result in death, serious bodily injury, and/or 
property damage. Follow storage instructions 
specified in this manual.

15. Inlet water must be clean fresh water and no hotter 

then 90°F.

WARNING

EAR PROTECTION

MUST BE WORN

WARNING

HOT DISCHARGE FLUID:

DO NOT TOUCH OR

DIRECT DISCHARGE

STEAM AT PERSONS.

WARNING

RISK OF INJURY. 

HOT SURFACES 

CAN CAUSE BURNS

WARNING

TRIGGER GUN KICKS 

 BACK —  HOLD WITH 

        BOTH HANDS

WARNING

RISK OF INJECTION 

OR SEVERE INJURY

TO PERSONS. KEEP 

CLEAR OF NOZZLE.

WARNING

PROCTECT FROM

FREEZING

Karcher HDS 3.5/40 GE MT Operator’s Manual  9.807-942.0 - C

Summary of Contents for Trailer HDS Series

Page 1: ...r HDS Series Hot Water Diesel Heated Operator s Manual MODELS HDS 3 5 40 GE MT 1 103 844 0 HDS 3 5 4 0 Ge VMT 1 110 118 0 To locate your local K rcher Commercial Pressure Washer Dealer nearest you vis...

Page 2: ...Owner and or user must study and maintain for future reference the manufacturers instructions Save These Instructions This manual should be considered a permanent part of the machine and should remain...

Page 3: ...ly Instructions 17 Installation 18 Operating Instructions 19 Detergents General Operating Techniques 20 Shutting Down And Clean Up 21 Storage 22 Maintenance Preventative Maintenance 23 Maintenance And...

Page 4: ...g or still hot AVERTISSEMENT Risque d incendie Ne pas ajouter de carburant pendant que la machine fonctionner ou est encore chaude WARNING Do not use gasoline crankcase draining or oil containing gaso...

Page 5: ...ains avant de commencer Le non respect de cette consigne pourrait mener des blessures caus es par le mouvement violent de la lance 12 Never make adjustments on machine while in operation 13 Be certain...

Page 6: ...tions specified in the manual Reporting Safety Defects If you believe that your trailer has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National...

Page 7: ...ame of your trailer and have the required information printed on them They also list the maximum load that can be placed on the trailer without exceeding the load limits of the tires or the trailers o...

Page 8: ...warnings supplied in this manual Also read the information supplied with your tow vehicle so you know and understand it s limitations Never Tow the Trailer Before Checking Coupler and latch assembly s...

Page 9: ...the ball the latch should close firmly Keep the latch mechanism lightly oiled and clean Items to check for are as follows 1 Latch does not grasp ball securely Check the ball size Make sure the ball a...

Page 10: ...tongue the chain on the left side of the trailer tongue attached to the right side of the ball hitch the chain on the right side of the trailer tongue attached to the left side of the ball hitch This...

Page 11: ...n supplied on the example tire label and VIN tag check the tire size and capacity of your trailer as shown on the VIN tag on your trailer Proper Weight Distribution Tongue Weight Ensuring that your tr...

Page 12: ...La roulette doit tre en position relev e lors du remorquage de l appareil STEP 1 Release the quick release pin by rotating it clock wise Pull Quick release pin from receptacle Rotate the caster clock...

Page 13: ...press down on the brake pedal until it engages on the back tires To release the brake push the center of the brake to release see that it has disengaged from the back tire CAUTION This brake has a sp...

Page 14: ...nly if ball is properly seated in the coupler Tires Before mounting tires onto wheels make certain that the rim size and contour is approved for the tire as shown in the Tire and Rim Association Yearb...

Page 15: ...Secondary pressure release in the unlikely event the unloader valve fails Unloader Valve Safety device which when the spray gun closes prevents over pressurization NOTE If trigger on spray gun is rele...

Page 16: ...es for fastener part numbers NOTE Fastener assembly torque to install handle 10 ft lbs due to hollow tube handle Safety Rod installation Slide the rod through both holes in the tabs To secure rod bend...

Page 17: ...on threads Engage safety latch to prevent from triggering gun STEP 6 On electric start models you will need to install a battery making sure that the red cable is attached to the positive terminal Us...

Page 18: ...f poorly ventilated locations or areas where exhaust fans may cause an insufficient supply of oxygen Sufficient combustion can only be obtained when there is a sufficient supply of oxygen available fo...

Page 19: ...rely and pull trigger STEP 3 Turn the engine key switch to the on position till the engine starts Karcher HDS 3 5 40 GE MT Operator s Manual 9 807 942 0 C NOTE High pressure nozzle must be inserted at...

Page 20: ...ischarging the warm water onto the ground This thermal device prevents internal damage to the pump Cleaning Tips Pre rinse cleaning surface with fresh water Place detergent suction tube directly into...

Page 21: ...pressure wand handle for low pressure or connect the black detergent nozzle Pull trigger on spray gun and siphon water for one minute STEP 4 Turn garden hose water off Open the spray gun to relieve r...

Page 22: ...inked 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...

Page 23: ...mpering with the factory settings may cause personal injury and or property damage and will void the manufacturer s warranty Winterizing Procedure Damage due to freezing is not covered by warranty Adh...

Page 24: ...by operating the machine and checking to see that when the trigger on the spray gun is in the off position the burner is not firing ATTENTION Une inspection p riodique est recom mand e pour s assurer...

Page 25: ...l inlet temperatures that are at seasonal extremes higher or lower in locations where the temperature changes are beyond moderate temperatures of between 40 F and 90 F Colder temperatures will make fo...

Page 26: ...compressed air 4 Hand pack each bearing individually using a premium lithium base wheel bearing grease 5 Reinstall the hub reversing the procedure above using the bearing adjustment procedures below...

Page 27: ...pin over the end of the spindle and the other leg over the nut Tap legs slightly to set Cotter pin must be tight Posi lube Lubrication Procedure 1 Remove the rubber cap at end of the grease cap 2 Usin...

Page 28: ...ssemble and clean thoroughly High viscosity of detergent Dilute detergent to specifications Hole in detergent line s Repair hole Low detergent level Add detergent if needed Discharge water temperature...

Page 29: ...CHINE SMOKES WHILE BURNER UNIT IS RUNNING OR UNIT SMOKES AT COLD START ONLY WHEN BURNER IS OFF Improper air adjustment Readjust air bands on burner assembly Fuel pressure is low 140 psi for burner Adj...

Page 30: ...chedule Engine Oil SAE 10W 30 Inspect Daily Change After first 25 hours Filter Every 50 hours Air Cleaner Inspect Every 50 hours or monthly Clean Every 3 months Battery level Check monthly Engine Fuel...

Page 31: ...on Parts Inspect for bending loose fasteners wear X Hangers Inspect welds for cracks Wheel Nuts bolts Tighten to specified torque values Re torque after first 50 miles of use and periodically re check...

Page 32: ...9 807 942 0 Printed in U S A or Mexico...

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