6
WORKING WITH DETERGENT
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
For best results see Cleaning
Tips on pages 8 & 9 for specific
information on how to clean
different surfaces.
Step 1
To apply detergents the triple jet
nozzle must be set to the “CHEM” position.
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.
Step 4
Adjust detergent level.
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.
Detergents can only be applied in the “CHEM” setting.
