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8.780-016.0

 • Xpert-HD/DD • Rev. 10/09

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

    

PRESSURE WASHER 

 

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INtrodUCtIoN & ImportANt SAfety INformAtIoN

Thank you for purchasing this Pressure Washer.
We  reserve  the  right  to  make  changes  at  any  time 
without incurring any obligation.

owner/User responsibility:

The owner and/or user must have an understanding of 
the manufacturer’s operating instructions and warnings 
before using this pressure washer. Warning information 
should be emphasized and understood. If the operator 
is not fluent in English, the manufacturer’s instructions 
and  warnings  shall  be  read  to  and  discussed  with 
the operator in the operator’s native language by the 
purchaser/owner, making sure that the operator com-
prehends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future 
reference the manufacturers’ instructions.
The  operator  must  know  how  to  stop  the  machine 
quickly  and  understand  the  operation  of  all  controls. 
Never  permit  anyone  to  operate  the  engine  without 
proper instructions.

this manual should be considered a permanent 

part of the machine and should remain with it if 
machine is resold.
When ordering parts, please specify model and 
serial number. Use only identical replacement 
parts.
this machine is to be used only by trained op-
erators.

ImportANt SAfety 

INformAtIoN

reAd operAtor’S 

mANUAl tHoroUGHly 

prIor to USe.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of 
injury,  read  operating  instruc-
tions carefully before using.

  1.  Read  owner's  manual  thor-

oughly.  Failure  to  follow  in-
structions  could  cause  mal-
function  of  the  machine  and 
result in death, serious bodily 
injury and/or property damage.

  2.  Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressure 

quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.

  3.  Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
 

WARNING

Keep WAter 

SprAy AWAy from 

eleCtrICAl WIrING.

WARNING: Keep wand, hose, and 
water spray away from electric 
wiring or fatal electric shock may 
result.

4.    All  installations  must  comply 

with  local  codes.  Contact 
your  electrician,  plumber, 
utility company or the selling 
distributor for specific details.

WARNING

eAr proteCtIoN 

mUSt be WorN

WARNING:  This  machine  ex-

ceeds  85  db  appropriate  ear 
protection must be worn.

WARNING

USe proteCtIve  

eye WeAr 

ANd ClotHING  

WHeN operAtING 

tHIS eqUIpmeNt.

WARNING: High pressure spray 
can cause paint chips or other 
particles  to  become  airborne 
and fly at high speeds. To avoid 
personal  injury,  eye,  hand  and 
foot  safety  devices  must  be 
worn.

  5.   Eye,  hand,  and  foot  pro-

tection  must  be  worn  when 
u s i n g   t h i s   e q u i p m e n t .

  6.  Keep operating area clear of all persons.
 

rISK of eXploSIoN: 

operAte oNly WHere 

opeN flAme or torCH 

IS permItted

WARNING

WARNING:  Flammable  liquids 
can create fumes which can ig-
nite,  causing  property  damage 
or severe injury.
WARNING: Risk of explosion — 
Operate only where open flame 
or torch is permitted.

 

rISK of fIre.  

do Not Add fUel 

WHeN operAtING 

mACHINe.

WARNING

WARNING: Risk of fire — Do not 
add  fuel  when  the  product  is 
operating or still hot. 
WARNING: Do not use gasoline 
crankcase  draining  or  oil  con-
taining  gasoline,  solvents  or 
alcohol. Doing so will result in 
fire and/or explosion.
WARNING: Risk of fire — Do not 

Spray flammable liquids. 

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known 
to the state of California to cause cancer and birth 
defects or other reproductive harm. Operation of 
this  equipment  may  create  sparks  that  can  start 
fires around  dry vegetation. A spark arrestor may 
be  required.  The  operator  should  contact:  Local 
fire agencies for laws or regulations relating to fire 
prevention requirements.

  7.  Allow engine to cool for 1-2 minutes before refu-

eling. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is 
dry  before  testing  the  spark  plug  or  starting  the 
engine. (Fire and/or explosion may occur if this is 
not done.)

Summary of Contents for Xpert-HD 3.8/35p

Page 1: ...your local K rcher Shark Commercial Pressure Washer Dealer nearest you visit www karchercommercial com or www karchershark com 8 780 016 0 model Order Xpert HD 3 8 35p DD 383537 1 107 108 0 OPERATOR...

Page 2: ...cord both serial number and date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference 8 780 016 0 Xpert HD DD Rev 10 09 Important Safety Information 4 6 Component Identification 7 Assembly Instru...

Page 3: ...RAY AWAY FROM ELECTRICAL WIRING WARNING Keepwand hose and water spray away from electric wiring or fatal electric shock may result 4 All installations must comply with local codes Contact your electri...

Page 4: ...engines on mobile or portable equipment shall be refueled a outdoors b with the engine on the equipment stopped c with no source of ignition within 10 feet of the dispensing point and d with an allow...

Page 5: ...y cause dam age to the pump 24 Protect discharge hose from vehicle traffic and sharp objects Inspect condition of high pressure hose before using or bodily injury may result 25 Before disconnecting di...

Page 6: ...onnected to the spray gun High Pressure Hose Connect one end to water pump discharge nipple and the other end to spray gun Pump Protector Cycles fresh cool water through pump when recirculating water...

Page 7: ...ntil secure STEP 7 Attach wand to spray gun wand Tighten both STEP 8 Pull spring loaded collar of the wand coupler back to insert your choice of pressure nozzle STEP 11 Connect garden hose to the cold...

Page 8: ...require maintenance At temping to check oil on this pump may damage it and will void your pump warranty STEP 4 Connect garden hose to the cold water source and turn water on completely Never use hot...

Page 9: ...throttle to fast position CAUTION Small engines may kick back Do not hold pull starter grip tightly in hand operating instructionS WARNING Never replace nozzles without engaging the safety latch on t...

Page 10: ...e cleaning surface with fresh water Place de tergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pressure for best results limit your work area to sections approximately 6...

Page 11: ...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 a...

Page 12: ...r inlet hose leaking Check that all hoses and fittings are airtight Turn off machine and trigger spray gun until a steady flow of water emerges through the nozzle Insufficient water supply Turn water...

Page 13: ...den hose NO DETERGENT Detergent suction tube not properly connected to machine Check connection Detergent is too thick Dilute detergent For best results use manufacturers detergent Detergent filter va...

Page 14: ...Every 6 months Replace Quick Connects O Rings Annually As needed Clean Water Screen Filter Weekly Replace HP Hose Annually if there are any signs of wear PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE This pressure washer...

Page 15: ...021 0 Hose 3 8 X 50 1 Wire Tuff Skin Xpert HD and DD Models 1 2 8 750 247 0 Gun M407 1 3 8 783 040 0 Wand 44 With Side Grip 1 4 9 104 030 0 Quick connect nozzle Kit 040 1 s9 802 295 0 Nozzle 0003 Red...

Page 16: ...ANUAL Date Oil Changed Month Day Year Estimated Operating Hours Since Last Oil Change Date Oil Changed Month Day Year Estimated Operating Hours Since Last Oil Change oil change record Check pump oil a...

Page 17: ...t corrosion thermal expansion scale deposits or a contaminated water supply such as water in the unit with chloride content higher than that of 80 mg liter or use of chemicals not approved or recom me...

Page 18: ...www karchercommercial com www karchershark com Form 8 780 016 0 Xpert HD DD Revised 10 09 Printed in U S A or Mexico...

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