Kärcher K 205 M Plus Electric Power High Pressure Washer Owners Manual

Model K205 M Plus Part No. 1.223-820.0 High Pressure Washer Operator Manual Overview . .1 Precautions .1-3 Assembly Instructions .3 Operating Instructions .4 GFCI Instructions . .5 Using the Accessories .5 Working with Detergents .6 Shut Down and Clean-Up . .7 Taking a Break . .7 Winterizing and Long-Term Storage . .7 Cleaning Tips . .8-9 Optional Cleaning Accessories . .9 Troubleshooting . .10-11 Specifications Operating pressure Water volume Voltage Amp draw In USA Call: 1300 PSI 1.3 GPM 120 V 14 AMPS or visit our website: www.karcher-usa.com 1-800-537-4129 Model K 205 M Plus – OVERVIEW Item Description 1.

Handle Hose caddy Power cord Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) High pressure hose Trigger gun safety lock Trigger gun Detergent suction tube Detergent filter Spray wand extension Dirtblaster® wand High/low spray wand Wash brush Water inlet with filter High pressure outlet On/Off switch Never Never Never Never Never Never Never point nozzle at people or animals. drink alcohol or use drugs while operating this equipment. operate while standing in water. touch plug with wet hands. let electrical connections rest in water. operate pressure washer without the water turned on. use hot water. IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ­ Read First! Safety Warnings When using this product, basic precautions should always be followed: · Read all the instructions before using the product. · High pressure jets can be dangerous if subject to misuse. The jet must not be directed at persons, animals, electrical devices, or the machine itself. · To reduce the risk of injury, do not operate the machine near children. · Learn how to stop the machine and release pressure quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls. · Stay alert — watch what you are doing. · Wear safety goggles. · Do not use acids, solvents, or any flammable material in this product. These products can cause physical injuries to the operator and irreversible damage to the machine. · Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. · Do not stand on unstable surfaces. Stand with both feet balanced at all times. · To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground. Do not touch plug with wet hands. · The Gun Safety Lock PREVENTS the trigger from accidentally being engaged. This safety feature DOES NOT lock trigger in the on position. Extension Cords Use a sufficient gauge: Up to 25 ft = 12/3 AWG; 25 to 50 ft = 10/3 AWG. Use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor use. These extension cords are identified by the marking “Acceptable for use with outdoor appliances; store indoors while not in use. ” Use only extension cords having an electrical rating not less than the rating of the product. Do not use damaged extension cords. Examine extension cord before using and replace if damaged. Do not abuse extension cord and do not yank on any cord to disconnect. Keep cord away from heat and sharp edges. Always disconnect the extension cord from the receptacle before disconnecting the product from the extension cord. If you are using an extension cord, it should always be completely unwound from the cable drum. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Protection This unit is supplied with a portable Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI). UL indicates that the power cord has been investigated for compliance with the applicable provisions of UL 943, Third Edition (Standard for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters) and other applicable standards. If power is interrupted in the line, the GFCI will automatically reclose the circuit to the load after power is restored. Depending on the GFCI model, it may be necessary to manually operate the reset button to restore power to the GFCI load circuit. 2 Caution · · Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the manual. This machine has been designed for use with cleaning detergent supplied or recommended by the manufacturer. The use of other cleaning detergents may affect the operation of the machine and void the warranty. IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ­ continued Water Supply (Cold Water Only) · Water hose must be at least 3/4 inch in diameter. · Flow rate of water supply must not fall below 2.5 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 3 Step 1 Insert the hook of the lower part of each wheel bracket into the slot located at the bottom of the unit, then slide the upper hook into the slot located at the top of the unit until it snaps into place. Step 2 Slide the two handle posts into the wheel brackets and line up the holes. Insert each of the two long screws and tighten. Step 3 Slide the handle onto the two handle posts and line up the holes. Insert each of the two short screws and tighten. Step 4 Pull out the locking slide from the right side of the trigger gun handle, and insert the small end of the high pressure hose into place. Push the locking slide back into the trigger gun to lock the hose in position. Step 5 Connect the detergent suction tube to the pressure washer.