Kärcher 1.601-990.0 User manual

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8.753-336.0 08/13
K 3.000
®
English 2
Español 17
Français 32
2 English
Model Overview 3
Important Safety Instructions 4
Assembly Instructions 5
Operating Instructions 7
Using the Accessories 8
Working With Detergents 9
Taking a Break 10
Shutting Down & Clean-Up 10
Winterizing and Long-Term Storage 11
Care and Maintenance Instructions 11
Cleaning Tips 12
Optional Cleaning Accessories 13
Troubleshooting 15
K 3.000
Operating Pressure 1800 PSI
Water Volume 1.3 GPM
Amp Draw 13 AMPS
Voltage
120 V
Part No. 1.418-050.0
Serial No.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury
or in property damage incidents.
The owner and/or user must have an understand-
ing 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 fl uent in English, the manufac-
turer’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 comprehends its contents.
Owner and/or user must study and maintain for
future reference the manufacturer's instructions.
In the U.S. or Canada, please call
1-800-537-4129 for warranty issues and visit
www.karcher-help.com for technical support
and product assistance.
Please take a moment to register your pressure
washer online at www.karcher-register.com.
Be sure to save your purchase receipt, it will be
required for repairs covered by warranty.
Call: 01-800-024-13-13 for help or visit
our website: www.karcher.com.mx
Specifi cations
Owner/User Responsibility
Kärcher Customer Support USA/
Canada
Kärcher Customer Support
Mexico
Safety Alert Symbols
HIGH PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR MANUAL
For household use only!
English 3
1 Swivel casters
2 ON/OFF switch
3 Detergent tank (removable)
4 High pressure outlet
5 Handle
6 Spray wand and Hp-hose storage
7 Water inlet
8 Water inlet connector
9 Garden hose connector (female)
MODEL OVERVIEW
10 Power cord with Ground Fault Circuit Inter-
rupter (GFCI)
11 Wheels
12 Trigger gun
13 Trigger gun safety lock
14 Quick connect for high pressure hose
15 High pressure hose
16 Vario power spray wand
17 Dirtblaster ® (Rotary spray wand)
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
When using this product, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the fol-
lowing:
Read all the instructions before using the
product.
To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision
is necessary when a product is used near
children.
Know how to stop the product and bleed pres-
sures quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the
controls.
Stay alert – watch what you are doing.
Do not operate the product when fatigued or
under the infl uence of alcohol or drugs.
Keep operating area clear of all persons.
Do not overreach or stand on unstable sup-
port. Keep good footing and balance at all
times.
Follow the maintenance instructions specifi ed
in the manual.
This product is provided with a Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter built into the power cord
plug. If replacement of the plug or cord is
needed, use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING
Risk of Injection or Injury – Do Not Direct
Discharge Stream At Persons.
High pressure jets can be dangerous if mis-
used. The jet must not be directed at persons,
animals, electrical devices, or the unit itself.
Wear safety goggles.
WARNING
Risk Of Explosion – Do not spray fl ammable
liquids.
Do not use acids, solvents, or any fl ammable
or alkaline material in this product. These
products can cause physical injuries to the
operator and irreversible damage to the ma-
chine.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Risk of Electrocution
Inspect cord before using – Do not use if cord
is damaged.
Keep all connections dry and off the ground.
Do not touch plug with wet hands.
Do not use extension cord with this product.
Connect to individual branch circuit only.
CAUTION
This unit has been designed for use with
cleaning detergents recommended by the
manufacturer. The use of other cleaning
detergents may affect the operation of the
machine and void the warranty.
CAUTION
Gun Kicks Back – Hold with both hands.
The Spray Gun Safety Lock prevents the
spray from accidentally being engaged. This
safety feature DOES NOT lock spray in the
ON position.
WARNING
Do not spray electrical apparatus and wiring.
Do not use with fl ammable liquids or toxic
chemicals.
High pressure – keep clear of nozzle.
Injection hazard – equipment can cause se-
rious injury if the spray penetrates the skin.
Do not point the gun at anyone or any part of
the body. In case of injury seek medical aid
immediately.
This system is capable of producing high
pressure to avoid rupture and injury, do not
operate this pump with accessories rated less
than the stated maximum pressure (including
but not limited to spray guns, hoses and hose
connections).
Before servicing, cleaning or removing any
parts, shut off power and relieve pressure.
If connection is made to a potable water sys-
tem, the system shall be protected against
back fl ow.
English 5
SERVICING OF A
DOUBLE-INSULATED PRODUCT
WATER SUPPLY
(COLD WATER ONLY)
GROUND-FAULT
CIRCUIT-INTERRUPTER PROTECTION
In a double-insulated product, two systems of
insulation are provided instead of grounding. No
grounding means is provided on a double-insulated
product, nor should a means for grounding be
added to the product. Servicing a double insulated
product requires extreme care and knowledge of
the system, and should be done only by quali-
ed service personnel. Replacement parts for a
double-insulated product must be identical to the
parts they replace. A double-insulated product is
marked with the words “DOUBLE INSULATION” or
“DOUBLE INSULATED”. The symbol
may also
be marked on the product.
This pressure washer is provided with a ground-
fault circuit-interrupter (GFCI) built into the plug
of the power-supply cord. This device provides
additional protection from the risk of electric shock.
Should replacement of the plug or cord become
necessary, use only identical replacement parts
that include GFCI protection.
CAUTION
When connecting the water inlet to the water sup-
ply mains, local regulations of your water company
must be observed. In some areas the unit must not
be connected directly to the public drinking water
supply. This is to ensure that there is no feedback
of chemicals into the water supply. Direct connec-
tion via a receiver tank or backfl ow preventer, for
example, is permitted.
Dirt in the feed water will damage the unit. To avoid
this risk, we recommend fi tting a water fi lter.
Garden hose must be at least 1/2 inch or 5/8
inch (13 mm or 16 mm) in diameter.
Flow rate of water supply must not fall below
2 GPM (gallons per minute) (7.6 L/min.).
Flow rate can be determined by running the
water for one minute into an empty 5 gallon
(20 litre) container.
The water supply temperature must not ex-
ceed 40°C/104°F.
Never use the pressure washer to draw in
water contaminated with solvents, e.g. paint
thinners, gasoline, oil, etc.
Always prevent debris from being drawn into
the unit by using a clean water source.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Hardware (included)
Item Description Purpose Illustration Qty
A
Rear Wheel Roll Assembly 2
B
Steering
Roller
Roll Assembly 2
C
Adapter Water Inlet Connec-
tion Assembly
1
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STEP 1:
Insert rear wheels into the body of the unit.
STEP 2:
Insert the steering rollers and push until they
click in place.
Assembling
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Hardware (included)
STEP 3:
Install the supplied adaptor to the unit’s water
inlet.
Note: Never attach the garden hose connec-
tor to the unit’s water inlet!
Item Description Purpose Illustration Qty
D
Garden Hose
Connector
Water Inlet Connec-
tion Assembly
1
E
Gun Spray Gun Assembly 1
F
High Pressure
Hose
Spray Gun Assembly 1
G
Vario Power
Spray Wand
Spray Gun Assembly 1
H
Dirtblaster ® Spray Gun Assembly 1
1 2
English 7
STEP 1:
Connect the high pressure hose to the unit’s
high pressure outlet.
STEP 2:
Insert the spray wand of your choice into the
trigger gun. Press in against the spring ten-
sion and twist into locked position.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 3:
Screw the supplied garden hose connector
on to the end of your garden hose.
STEP 4:
Push the garden hose connector on to the
water inlet connector and make sure you hear
it click into place before proceeding.
STEP 4:
Push the high pressure hose into the trigger
gun until it locks audibly.
Note: Make sure the connection nipple is
aligned correctly.
Check the secure connection by pulling on
the high pressure hose.
Assembling
Disconnect:
Press the disconnect key on the trigger gun
and remove the high pressure hose from the
trigger gun.
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Note: The actual appearance of the GFCI may
be different from this illustration.
STEP 7:
Unlock the trigger gun safety lock. Trigger the
gun to eliminate trapped air, then wait for a
steady fl ow of water to emerge from the spray
nozzle.
STEP 8:
Turn on the high pressure washer by turning
the switch to the (I / ON) position.
The motor runs only while the trigger of the
gun is pulled and shuts off when the trigger
is released.
STEP 5:
Connect garden hose to the cold water source
and turn water on completely.
STEP 6:
Plug the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI) into a working outlet.
We recommend that you test the GFCI as part
of your startup procedure each time you use
your pressure washer. Plug the GFCI into the
outlet, press the reset button, press the test
button and then press the reset button again.
WARNING
Do not use if above test fails.
USING THE ACCESSORIES
WARNING
To avoid serious injury, never point spray
nozzle at yourself, other persons or animals.
Always test an inconspicuous area before
cleaning with high pressure.
Vario Power Spray Wand
The Vario Power Spray Wand allows you to adjust
the cleaning pressure.
To clean at maximum pressure, the wand must
be positioned to the high pressure setting
(Max).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
For lower pressure turn the wand collar in the
minus (Min) direction.
To apply detergent, the wand must be posi-
tioned to the lower pressure setting (Mix).
English 9
USING THE ACCESSORIES
WORKING WITH DETERGENTS
Dirtblaster®
This nozzle features a 0º pencil jet which
rotates 360º for maximum dirt cutting action,
effectively increasing cleaning performance
up to 50%.
This nozzle combines the cleaning perfor-
mance of a 0º pencil jet with the surface
coverage of a wide angle nozzle.
Detergents can only be applied at low pres-
sure setting (Mix).
STEP 1:
Install the Vario Power Spray Wand.
Set the spray wand to the low pressure setting
(Mix).
STEP 2:
Fill the Detergent Tank with the selected
detergent.
STEP 3:
Turn on the pressure washer (I). 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:
To rinse, move the VPS out of "Mix" position
and pull trigger to operate unit.
STEP 5:
Cleaning up: Always draw fresh water through
the detergent tank or siphon tube when done
to fl ush any remaining detergents from the
injection system.
For best results see Cleaning Tips for specifi c
information on how to clean different surfaces.
Always Use Kärcher ® Detergent for Best
Results.
Kärcher ® biodegradable detergents are specially
formulated to protect the environment and your
pressure washer. The special formula won’t clog
the suction tube fi lter and will protect the internal
parts of the pressure washer for a longer life. For
Kärcher ® detergents, check your retailer or visit
our website:
www.buykarcher.com
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.
Use of these items will void the warranty.
Not recommended for soft materials, sid-
ing, painted surfaces, decks or autos.
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TAKING A BREAK ... ve minutes or more
SHUTTING DOWN & CLEAN-UP
STEP 1:
Release trigger and engage gun safety lock.
STEP 2:
Turn pressure washer to 0/OFF position
STEP 1:
Turn the switch to 0/OFF position and unplug
cord from outlet.
STEP 2:
Turn off the water source.
STEP 3:
Press trigger to release water pressure.
STEP 4:
Release trigger and engage gun safety lock.
STEP 5:
Disconnect the garden hose from the water
inlet on the unit.
STEP 6:
Disconnect the high pressure hose from the
high pressure outlet.
STEP 7:
Insert the spray wands in their compartments
and store the coiled power cord and coiled
high pressure hose as shown in "WINTER-
IZING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE".
English 11
WINTERIZING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE
CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
1 Disconnect all water connections.
2 Turn the machine on for a few seconds, until
the water which had remained in the pump
exits, then turn off immediately.
3 Do not allow high pressure hose to become
kinked.
4 Store the accessories on the machine as
shown in the picture below, in the following
order:
a. Vario Power Spray Wand and Dirtblaster®.
b. Power cord
c. High Pressure Hose
d. Gun
5 Store the machine and accessories in a room
which does not reach freezing temperatures.
DO NOT store near furnace or other sources
of heat as it may dry out the pump seals.
CAUTION
Failure to follow the above directions will result
in damage to the pump assembly and acces-
sories and will void the warranty. Kärcher®
also recommends the regular practice of
using a pump protector like Kärcher® Pump
Guard (9.558-998.0) to prevent cold weather
damage during storage in the winter months.
Cleaning the water inlet fi lter
Maintenance
STEP 1:
Disconnect the connector from the water inlet.
STEP 2:
Pull out water inlet fi lter with needle-nose
pliers.
STEP 3:
Rinse out water inlet fi lter in warm water.
STEP 4:
Reinsert water inlet fi lter into the water inlet.
The unit is maintenance-free.
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a
b
c
d
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CLEANING TIPS
CAUTION
Before cleaning any surface, an inconspicu-
ous area should be cleaned to test spray
pattern and distance for maximum cleaning
results.
If painted surfaces are peeling or chipping,
use extreme caution as pressure washer may
remove the loose paint from the surface.
When using on surfaces which might come in
contact with food, fl ush surfaces with plenty
of drinking water.
For additional cleaning tips and a complete
video library, visit our website:
www.karcherresidential.com
Deck Cleaning
House Siding
Cement Patios, Brick and Stone
Cars, Boats and Motorcycles
Barbecue Grills, Outdoor Power
Equipment and Gardening Tools
(with or without detergent) Pre-rinse deck and
surrounding area with fresh water. If using deter-
gent, apply to surface at low pressure. For best
results, limit your work area to smaller sections of
approximately 25 sq. ft. (2.3 m²). Allow detergent
to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow
detergent to dry on surface. Rinse at high pres-
sure in a long sweeping motion, keeping the spray
nozzle approximately 3-6 in. (7.5-15 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 detergent, apply
to surface at low pressure. For best results, limit
your work area to sections of approximately 6 ft.
(1.8 m) 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
rotating wash brush (not included) to remove
stubborn dirt. Rinse at high pressure from top to
bottom in an even sweeping motion, keeping the
spray nozzle approximately 6 ft. (1.8 m) from the
cleaning surface.
(with or without detergent) Pre-rinse cleaning
surface with fresh water. If using detergent or
degreaser, apply to surface at low pressure. For
best results, limit your work area to smaller sections
of approximately 25 sq. ft. (2.3 m²). Allow detergent
or degreaser to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do
not allow detergent to dry on surface. Rinse at high
pressure in a sweeping motion, keeping the spray
nozzle approximately 3-6 in. (7.5 - 15 cm) from the
cleaning surface. Always clean from top to bottom
and from left to right. For removing extremely stub-
born stains, use the Dirtblaster ® Nozzle.
(with or without detergent) Pre-rinse vehicle with
fresh water. If using detergent, 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 a rotating wash brush (not
included) to remove stubborn dirt. Rinse at high
pressure in a sweeping motion, keeping the spray
nozzle approximately 6-8 in. (15-20 cm) from the
cleaning surface (distance should increase when
rinsing pin-striping or other sensitive 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.
(with or without detergent) Pre-rinse cleaning
surface with fresh water. If using detergent or
degreaser, apply at low pressure. Allow detergent
or degreaser to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do
not allow detergent or degreaser to dry on surface.
Rinse at high pressure, keeping the spray nozzle
approximately 3-6 in. (7.5-15 cm) from the cleaning
surface. For removing extremely stubborn dirt, it
may be necessary to move the spray nozzle even
closer to the surface for greater dirt cutting action.
English 13
CLEANING TIPS
OPTIONAL CLEANING ACCESSORIES
Patio and Lawn Furniture
(with or without detergent) Pre-rinse furniture
and surrounding area with fresh water. If using
detergent, apply to surface at low pressure. Allow
detergent to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do
not allow detergent to dry on surface. If needed,
use rotating wash brush (not included) to remove
stubborn dirt. Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping
motion, keeping the spray nozzle approximately
3-6 in. (7.5-15 cm) from the cleaning surface. For
best results, clean from top to bottom and from
left to right.
Optional accessories are available to further
enhance your cleaning capabilities. These acces-
sories are accurate as of the printing date of this
manual.
Please check karcherresidential.com for pricing
and up-to-date information.
Pump Guard
Specially formulated to protect your pressure
washer from freezing, corrosion and premature
wear. The Pump Guard also adds lubrication to
valves and seals to prevent sticking. Highly rec-
ommended for all Kärcher ® pressure washers!
Part No. 9.558-998.0
7.5 m (25 ft.) Extension High-
Pressure Hose
Extension Hose for Kärcher ® quick connect high
pressure washers between the original equipment
hose and gun up to 2000 PSI.
Part No. 2.642-588.0
1.67 m (66 in.) Extension Wand
(four-piece)
Need to clean second story windows or other high
areas? Increase the reach of your pressure washer
by up to 66 in. (1.67 m) with this extension kit.
Includes 4 aluminum sections for variable length.
66 in. (1.67 m) fully assembled. Fits most Kärcher®
pressure washers up to 2300 PSI.
Part No. 2.640-746.0
For more effortless cleaning of all smooth surfaces
(painted, glass and plastic) try the Kärcher ®
Rotating Wash Brush. Use it on your automobile,
house siding or windows. The water pressure from
your pressure washer causes the inner brushes to
gently spin, making your cleaning job much easier.
Excellent for the application of detergent. A must-
have accessory designed for Kärcher ® pressure
washers up to 2300 PSI.
Part No. 2.640-907.0
Soft Clean Washing Brush
Made with soft bristles that will not harm painted
surfaces. Easily attaches directly to the trigger
gun. Ideal for stubborn dirt on cars, boats, patio
furniture and other surfaces. Great for applying
detergent. Fits most Kärcher ® pressure washers
up to 2300 PSI.
Part No. 2.640-740.0
7.5 m (25 ft.) Pipe Cleaning Kit
Need to clean blocked pipes, drains or down-
spouts? The Kärcher ® pipe cleaning kit is the
answer! The pipe cleaner propels itself forward
while simultaneously fl ushing out debris. For ex-
ample, insert the cleaning nozzle in the base of a
downspout, pull the trigger on the pressure washer
gun and watch as the nozzle shoots out leaves
and other debris while climbing upward. Connects
directly to the trigger gun of most Kärcher ® pres-
sure washers up to 2300 PSI.
Part No. 2.642-183.0
Rotating Wash Brush
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Wet Sandblasting Kit
Why spend hours stripping old paint and rust by
hand using harsh chemicals? Let the Kärcher ®
Wet Sandblasting Kit do the work! Attach the kit
to your pressure washer, add abrasive material
and attack the rust and paint with our ecofriendly
alternative. Fits most Kärcher ® pressure washers
up to 2300 PSI.
Part No. 2.638-792.0
Detergent Foamer Attachment
Ideal for applications which require a thick foam.
Simply fi ll the resevoir cup with liquid pressure
washer detergent to generate a foam spray. Con-
nects directly to the trigger gun. Fits most Kärcher
® pressure washers up to 2300 PSI.
Part No. 2.642-860.0
T 250 Deck/Driveway Cleaner
For cleaning surfaces such as patios, terraces and
driveways without splashback, there is no better
solution than the Kärcher ® T 250. It saves time
by cleaning a 1 ft. (30 cm) wide area gently as it
hovers, providing consistent, streak-free cleaning.
When you fi nish cleaning the patio and driveway,
remove the wand and use the handle to clean
garage doors and other vertical surfaces. Includes
two nozzles which spin at high speed for optimum
results. Our top selling accessory for Kärcher ®
pressure washers up to 2300 PSI.
Part No. 2.642-451.0
OPTIONAL CLEANING ACCESSORIES
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Symptom Cause Solution
Motor will not
start
On/Off switch is in the
“OFF” (0) position.
Turn switch to the “ON” (I) position
Power cord is not plugged
in.
Plug in power cord.
Electrical outlet does not
supply adequate power.
Try a different outlet.
Tripped GFCI plug. Press “RESET” button on GFCI plug.
Tripped internal circuit
breaker.
Switch off pressure washer. The reset comes
automatically once the temperature of the unit
drops.
Unit does not
reach high
pressure
Diameter of garden hose is
too small.
Replace with a 5/8 inch (16mm) or larger
garden hose.
Water supply is restricted. Check garden hose for kinks, leaks and block-
age.
Not enough inlet water
supply.
Open water source full force.
Water inlet fi lter is clogged. Remove fi lter and rinse out in warm water.
Output pressure
varies high and
low
Not enough inlet water
supply.
Turn water on full force. Check garden hose
for kinks, leaks or blockage.
Pump is sucking air. Check that hoses and fi ttings are air tight.
Turn off machine and purge pump by squeez-
ing trigger gun until a steady fl ow of water
emerges through the nozzle.
Water inlet fi lter is clogged. Remove fi lter and rinse out in warm water.
Discharge nozzle is ob-
structed.
Clean high-pressure nozzle: Remove dirt and
debris from the nozzle bore, using a needle
and rinse through with water from the front.
WARNING
Disconnect the unit from the power source
before making any repair.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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If you encounter any additional diffi culties not
listed, please visit our website.
USA / Canada:
www.karcher-help.com
Mexico:
www.karcher.com.mx
Symptom Cause Solution
Detergent not
dispensing
Detergent siphon tube not
properly connected to the
machine.
Check connection.
Detergent is too thick. Dilute detergent, for best results use Kärcher
®
detergent.
Filter on detergent siphon
tube is clogged.
Run warm water through fi lter to remove
debris.
Damaged or clogged deter-
gent siphon tube.
Remove obstruction or replace detergent
siphon tube.
Vario Spray Wand not set
to low/mix setting
Change setting on Vario Power Spray Wand
to "low" or "mix"
Discharge nozzle is ob-
structed.
Blow out or remove debris with fi ne needle.
Garden hose con-
nection leaks
Loose fi ttings. Tighten fi ttings.
Missing/worn rubber
washer.
Insert new washer.
Spray wand leaks.
Spray wand not properly
attached.
Insert the spray wand into the trigger gun.
Carefully press in against the spring tension
and twist into the locked position.
Broken o-ring or plastic
insert.
Call Customer Support
Pump is noisy
Pump is sucking air. Check that hoses and fi ttings are air tight.
Turn off machine and purge pump by squeez-
ing trigger gun until a steady fl ow of water
emerges through the nozzle.
Water leaks from
pump (up to 10
drops per minute
is permissible)
Loose fi ttings. Check that all fi ttings are tight.
Water seals are damaged
or worn.
Call Customer Support
Oil drip
Oil seals are damaged or
worn.
Call Customer Support
Español 17
Descripción general del modelo 18
Instrucciones importantes de seguridad 19
Instrucciones de montaje 20
Instrucciones de funcionamiento 22
Uso de los accesorios 23
Trabajo con detergentes 24
Tomarse un descanso 25
Apagar & recoger 25
Preparación para el Invierno y Almacenaje
de Largo Plazo 26
Instrucciones de cuidado y mantenimiento 26
Consejos de limpieza 27
Accesorios de limpieza opcionales 28
Ayuda en caso de avería 30
K 3.000
Presión de operación 1800 PSI
Volumen de agua 1.3 GPM
Consumo de corriente
en amperes 13 AMPS
Voltaje
120 V
N° de parte 1.418-050.0
N° de serie
PELIGRO
Indica un peligro inminente que, de no evitarse,
resultará en muerte o lesión
grave.
ADVERTENCIA
Indica una situación que puede ser peligrosa y que,
de no evitarse, podría resultar en muerte o lesión.
PRECAUCIÓN
Indica una situación peligrosa que, de no evitarse,
podría resultar lesiones menores o moderadas o
en incidentes de daños a la propiedad.
El propietario y/o usuario debe tener una com-
prensión de las instrucciones de funcionamiento
y avisos de precaución suministrados por el fabri-
cante antes de usar esta hidrolavadora a presión.
La información de precaución debe enfatizarse y
comprenderse correctamente.
Si el operador no habla español, las instrucciones
y precauciones del fabricante deberán leerse y
discutirse junto con el operador en su idioma nativo
por el comprador/propietario, asegurándose de
que el operador comprenda todo el contenido de
las instrucciones.
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MANUAL DEL OPERADOR PARA LA HIDROLAVADORA DE ALTA PRESIÓN
¡Para uso doméstico únicamente!
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1 Rueditas giratorias
2 Interruptor encendido/apagado (ON/OFF)
3 Tanque para el detergente (extraíble)
4 Salida de alta presión
5 Agarradera
6 Lanza de agua y almacenamiento de la man-
guera de alta presión
7 Entrada de agua
8 Pieza de acoplamiento para conexión de agua
9 Conector para manguera de jardín (hembra)
DESCRIPCIÓN GENERAL DEL MODELO
10 Cable de alimentación con Interruptor de Cir-
cuito con Falla a Tierra (GFCI, por sus siglas
en inglés)
11 Ruedas
12 Pistola pulverizadora manual
13 Bloqueo de seguridad de la pistola pulveriza-
dora manual
14 Conexión rápida para manguera de alta pre-
sión
15 Manguera de alta presión
16 Lanza de agua Vario Power
17 Dirtblaster ® (Lanza de agua giratoria)
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GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES
ADVERTENCIA
Al usar este producto, deberá seguir en todo
momento ciertas precauciones básicas,
incluidas las siguientes:
Lea todas las instrucciones antes de usar el
producto.
A fi n de reducir el riesgo de lesiones, será
necesario mantener una supervisión cercana
cuando el producto se use cerca de niños.
Sepa cómo detener el producto y descargar
la presión rápidamente. Familiarícese plena-
mente con los controles.
Permanezca alerta –vigile lo que esté hacien-
do.
No opere el producto cuando esté muy can-
sado o bajo la infl uencia de alcohol o drogas.
Mantenga el área de operación despejada
sin personas.
No trate de llegar más allá de sus límites y no
se pare sobre un apoyo inestable. Mantenga
sus pies fi rmes en el suelo y equilibrados en
todo momento.
Siga las instrucciones de mantenimiento
especifi cadas en este manual.
Este producto se proporciona con un Interrup-
tor de circuito con pérdida a tierra integrado
al cable de alimentación. Si llegara a requerir
reemplazar el enchufe o el cable, use única-
mente piezas de recambio idénticas.
ADVERTENCIA
Riesgo de inyección o lesión: No dirija el
chorro de descarga hacia las personas.
Los chorros de alta presión pueden ser
peligrosos si se usan incorrectamente. El
chorro no debe apuntarse hacia las persona,
animales, dispositivos eléctricos o al propio
aparato.
Use lentes de seguridad.
ADVERTENCIA
Riesgo de explosión: No rocíe líquidos infl a-
mables.
No use ácidos, solventes ni ningún otro ma-
terial infl amable o alcalino en este producto.
Estos productos pueden causar lesiones
físicas al operador y daños irreversibles a la
máquina.
INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDAD
ADVERTENCIA
Riesgo de electrocución.
Inspeccione el cable antes de usarlo. No lo
use si el cable está dañado.
Mantenga todas las conexiones secas y
alejadas del suelo.
No toque con las manos mojadas.
No use un cable de extensión con este pro-
ducto.
Conecte a una derivación individual única-
mente.
PRECAUCIÓN
La unidad está diseñada para usarse con de-
tergentes para limpieza recomendados por el
fabricante. El uso de otros detergentes para
limpieza podrían afectar el funcionamiento
de la máquina y anular la garantía.
PRECAUCIÓN
La pistola retrocede. Sostenga con ambas
manos.
El seguro de la pistola pulverizadora evita que
el rociado se active accidentalmente. Esta
característica de seguridad NO bloquea el
rociado en la posición ON.
ADVERTENCIA
No rocíe aparatos eléctricos ni cableado.
No use con líquidos infl amables o químicos
tóxicos.
Alta presión: aléjese de la boquilla.
Riesgo de inyección: el equipo puede causar
lesiones graves si el rociado penetra la piel.
No apunte la pistola a ninguna persona ni a
ninguna parte del cuerpo. En caso de lesión,
busque atención médica inmediatamente.
Este sistema tiene la capacidad de producir
una alta presión para evitar ruptura y lesión,
no opere esta bomba con accesorios cuya
clasifi cación sea menor a la presión máxima
declarada (incluyendo a título enunciativo
mas no limitativo, pistolas pulverizadoras,
mangueras y conectores de mangueras).
Antes de reparar, limpiar o extraer cualquier
pieza, apague y deje salir la presión.
Si se hace una conexión a un sistema de
agua potable, el sistema debe contar con
protección contra el fl ujo de retorno.
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MANTENIMIENTO DE UN
PRODUCTO CON DOBLE
AISLAMIENTO
SUMINISTRO DE AGUA
(AGUA FRÍA ÚNICAMENTE)
En los productos con doble aislamiento, se propor-
cionan dos sistemas de aislamiento en vez de una
puesta a tierra. No se suministra puesta a tierra en
un producto de doble aislamiento y tampoco debe-
rán añadirse medios de puesta a tierra al producto.
La reparación de un producto de doble aislamiento
requiere de extremos cuidados y conocimiento del
sistema, y debería llevarse a cabo únicamente
por personal cualifi cado. Las piezas de repuesto
de un producto con doble aislamiento deben ser
idénticas a las piezas que reemplazan. Un producto
de doble aislamiento está marcado con las pala-
bras "DOBLE AISLAMIENTO" o "DOBLEMENTE
AISLADO". El símbolo “
también podría estar
marcado sobre este producto.
PROTECCIÓN DEL
INTERRUPTOR DE CIRCUITO CON
FALLA A TIERRA
Esta hidrolavadora a presión se suministra con
un interruptor de circuito con falla a tierra (GFCI,
por sus siglas en inglés) integrado en el enchufe
o cable de alimentación. Este dispositivo pro-
porciona protección adicional contra el riesgo de
shock eléctrico. Si llegara a requerir reemplazar
el enchufe o el cable, use únicamente piezas de
recambio que incluyan una protección GFCI.
PRECAUCIÓN
Al conectar la pieza de acoplamiento para co-
nexión de agua a las tomas de suministro de agua,
deberán observarse las normativas locales de su
compañía de agua. En algunas zonas, la unidad
no debe conectarse directamente a un suministro
de agua potable público. Esto es para asegurar
que no se dé retroalimentación de químicos hacia
el suministro de agua. La conexión directa por
medio de un tanque receptor o un desconector,
por ejemplo, sí está permitida.
La suciedad en el suministro de agua dañará la
unidad. Para evitar este riesgo, recomendamos
acoplar un fi ltro de agua.
El diámetro de la manguera del jardín debe
ser de 1/2 pulgada o 5/8 pulgadas (13 mm o
16 mm).
La tasa del fl ujo del suministro de agua no
debe caer por debajo de 2 GPM (galones por
minuto) (7.6 L/min.).
La tasa de fl ujo se puede determinar dejando
correr el agua durante un minuto dentro de
un contenedor vacío de 5 galones (20 litros).
La temperatura del suministro de agua no
debe exceder 40°C/104°F.
No use nunca la hidrolavadora a presión
para aspirar agua con solventes, por ejemplo
disolventes para pintura, gasolina, aceite, etc.
Evite siempre que la unidad jale restos o
escombros, use siempre una fuente de agua
limpia.
INSTRUCCIONES DE MONTAJE
Hardware (incluido)
Artí-
culo Descripción Propósito Ilustración
Can-
tidad
A
Rueda tra-
sera
Montaje para rodaje 2
B
Rueda
giratoria
Montaje para rodaje 2
C
Adaptador Montaje de co-
nexión de entrada
de agua
1
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