Kärcher K 2.16 Electric Power High Pressure Washer Owners Manual

K 2.16 English Español Français 2 17 32 ! 5.961-876 F2012659 01/06 HIGH PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR MANUAL Model Overview 3 Important Safety Instructions 4 Assembly Instructions 5 Operating Instructions 6 Using the Accessories 7 Working with Detergents 8 Taking a Break five minutes or more 9 Shutting Down & Clean-Up 9 Winterizing and Long-Term Storage10 Care and Maintenance Instructions 10 Cleaning Tips 11 Optional Cleaning Accessories 13 Troubleshooting 15 Safety Alert Symbols DANGER 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 comprehends its contents. Owner and/or user must study and maintain for future reference the manufacturers’ instructions. 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. ” Specifications Operating pressure Water volume Amp draw Voltage Part No. Serial no. For household use only! 1400 PSI 1.3 GPM 13 AMPS 120 V 1.672-550.0 Kärcher Customer Support USA Call: 1-800-537-4129 for help or visit our website: www.karcher-usa.com/home Please take a moment to register your pressure washer online at www.karcher-usa.com/warranty Kärcher Customer Service CDN Call: 1-800-465-4980 for help or visit our website: www.karcher-canada.com Kärcher Customer Support Mexico Call: 01-800-024-13-13 for help or visit our website: www.karcher.com.mx 2 English MODEL OVERVIEW 1 Power cord with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) 2 ON/OFF switch 3 Trigger gun 4 Trigger gun safety lock 5 High pressure hose 6 Dirtblaster® (Rotating spray wand) 7 Vario Power Spray wand 8 Water inlet with garden hose connector 9 Detergent suction tube with filter 10 High pressure outlet 11 Connector for detergent suction tube 12 Spray Wand Storage English 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING ­ When using this product basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: 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 pressures quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls. Stay alert ­ watch what you are doing. Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Keep operating area clear of all persons. Do not overreach or stand on unstable support. Keep good footing and balance at all times. Follow the maintenance instructions specified 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 misused. 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 flammable liquids. Do not use acids and solvents in this product. These products can cause physical injuries to the operator and irreversible damage to the machine. CAUTION ­ Gun Kicks Back ­ Hold with both hands. The Trigger Gun Safety Lock prevents the trigger from accidentally being engaged. This safety feature DOES NOT lock trigger in the ON position. 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. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SERVICING OF A DOUBLEINSULATED PRODUCT 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 qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated product must be identical to the parts they replace. A doubleinsulated product is marked with the words “DOUBLE INSULATION ” or “DOUBLE INSULATED “. The symbol ” ” may also be marked on the product. 4 English GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER PROTECTION This product is provided with a groundfault 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. Contact Kärcher Customer Support. WATER SUPPLY (Cold Water Only) CAUTION When connecting the water inlet to the water supply 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 connection via a receiver tank or backflow preventer, for example, is permitted. Dirt in the feed water will damage the unit. To avoid this risk, we recommend fitting a water filter. Garden hose must be at least 5/8 inch in diameter. Flow rate of water supply must not fall below 2 GPM (gallons per minute). Flow rate can be determined by running the water for one minute into an empty 5-gallon container. The water supply temperature must not exceed 104°F/40°C. 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 Required tools Screwdriver, small size (not supplied) for connecting high pressure hose and trigger gun. Assembly STEP 1: Connect the detergent suction tube to the pressure washer.