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CLEANING TIPS
(with or without detergent).
Pre-rinse deck and
surrounding area with fresh water. If using Kärcher
Multi-Purpose Cleaner (part number 9.558-144.0),
apply to surface at low pressure. For best results,
limit your work area to smaller sections of approxi
-
mately 25ft² (2.3m²). Allow Kärcher Multi-Purpose
Cleaner to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not
allow detergent to dry on surface. Rinse at high
pressure in a long sweeping motion keeping the
spray nozzle approximately 3-6 inches (8-15 cm)
from the cleaning surface. Always clean from top
to bottom and from left to right. When moving on
to a new section of the cleaning surface, be sure
to overlap the previous section to eliminate stop
marks and ensure a more even cleaning result.
(with or without detergent).
Pre-rinse cleaning
surface with fresh water. If using Kärcher Multi-
Purpose Cleaner (part number 9.558-144.0), apply
to surface at low pressure (for best results, limit
your work area to sections of approximately 6 ft.
(1.8m) and always apply detergent from bottom
to top). Allow detergent to remain on surface 1-3
minutes. Do not allow detergent to dry on surface,
if surface appears to be drying, simply wet down
surface with fresh water. If needed, use special
wash brush attachment
(part number 8.923-682.0
Rotating Wash Brush, sold separately)to remove
stubborn dirt. Rinse at high pressure from top
to bottom in an even sweeping motion keeping
the spray nozzle approximately 15 cm from the
cleaning surface.
Deck Cleaning
House Siding
(with or without detergent).
Pre-rinse cleaning
surface with fresh water. If using Kärcher Multi-
Purpose Cleaner (part number 9.558-144.0),
apply to surface at low pressure. For best results,
limit your work area to smaller sections of approxi
-
mately 25ft² (2.3m²). Allow Kärcher Multi-Purpose
(with or without detergent).
Pre-rinse vehicle
with fresh water. If using Kärcher Vehicle Wash and
Wax (part number 9.558-946.0), apply to surface
at low pressure. For best results, clean one side of
vehicle at a time and always apply detergent from
bottom to top, do not allow detergent to dry on
surface. If needed, use special wash brush attach-
ment (not included) to remove stubborn dirt. Rinse
at high pressure in a sweeping motion keeping
the spray nozzle approximately 6-8 inches (15-20
cm) from the cleaning surface (distance should
Cemented Patios, Brick and Stone
Cars, Boats & Motorcycles
Initial Use
All pumps ship with oil already inside direct from
the factory. There is no need to add oil.
Pump Inspection
You should routinely make a visual inspection of
the pressure washer’s pump. If you notice oil leak
-
ing around the pump seals, you should take the
pressure washer to a Kärcher-Authorized Service
Center for repair. (You can locate a service center
in your area online at:
https://www.kaercher.
com/us/find-a-dealer.html
if located in the US
or
https://www.kaercher.com/ca/support/services/
home-and-garden.html
if located in Canada.
Pump Maintenance
The pump on your Kärcher pressure washer does
not require maintenance. Any attempts to service
or alter the pump may damage your pressure
washer and void your product warranty.
Carry out maintenance tasks for the engine accord
-
ing to the specifications provided in the operating
instructions provided by engine manufacturer.
Pump
Engine
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
increase when rinsing pin-striping or other sensi-
tive surfaces). Always clean from top to bottom and
from left to right. For best results, wipe surface dry
with a chamois or soft dry cloth.
