Kärcher K 3.68 M Electric Power High Pressure Washer Owners Owners Manual - English

K 3.68 M English Español Français 3 19 37 5.962-087.0 10/06 2 HIGH PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR MANUAL MODEL OVERVIEW 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY 5-6 INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7-8 USING THE ACCESSORIES 9 WORKING WITH DETERGENTS 9 – 10 TAKING A BREAK 11 SHUTTING DOWN & CLEAN-UP 11 WINTERIZING AND LONG-TERM 12 STORAGE CARE AND MAINTENANCE 13 INSTRUCTIONS CLEANING TIPS 13 – 14 OPTIONAL CLEANING 15 – 16 ACCESSORIES TROUBLESHOOTING 17 – 18 Kärcher Customer Support Mexico Call: 01-800-024-13-13 for help or visit our website: www.karcher.com.mx Safety Alert Symbols 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. ” Specifications Max. Pressure Water volume Amp draw Voltage Part No. Serial no. 1800 PSI 1.5 GPM 13 AMPS 120 V 1.601-742.0 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. 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 English 3 MODEL OVERVIEW 1 Power cord with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) 2 Trigger gun 3 Trigger gun safety lock 4 High pressure hose 5 Water inlet with garden hose connector 6 Transport handle 7 Accessory storage 8 High pressure hose storage 9 Trigger gun storage 10 Detergent tank (removeable) Detergent suction tube with filter High pressure outlet ON/OFF switch Vario Power Spray wand Dirtblaster® (Rotating spray wand) 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. 11 12 13 14 15 For household use only! 4 English 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. 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 machine itself. Wear safety goggles. Do not use acids and solvents in this product. These products can cause IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS physical injuries to the operator and WARNING! irreversible damage to the machine. To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground. Do not touch plug with wet hands. The Trigger Gun Safety Lock PREVENTS the trigger from accidentally being engaged. This safety feature DOES NOT lock trigger in the ON position. Do not use extension cord with this unit. GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS This product must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This product is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. DANGER Improper connection of the equipmentgrounding conductor can result in a risk of electrocution. Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the product – if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Do not use any type of adapter with this product.