Kärcher K 6.55 M Electric Power High Pressure Washer Owners Owners Manual - English

K 6.55 M High Pressure Washer Operator Manual Overview 2 Precautions 2-4 Assembly Instructions . 4 Operating Instructions . 5 Using the Accessories . 6 Working with Detergents . 7 Shut Down and Clean-Up . 8 Taking a Break . 8 Winterizing and Long-Term Storage . 8 Cleaning Tips . 9-10 Optional Cleaning Accessories . 10 Troubleshooting . 11-12 French . 13 Specifications Working Pressure Max. Pressure Max.

Water Volume Voltage Amp Draw 9400 kPa 1600 PSI 1.6 GPM 120 V 13 AMPS Please keep the original box, packaging and receipt. Before operating this unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. 5.960-854 (2005253-04-03) OVERVIEW High Pressure Washer 2 Machine includes Handle Gun/hose storage handle Knob Assembly (two each, Bolt & Knob) On/Off switch High pressure outlet (not pictured) Wash brush Variopower nozzle Trigger gun Trigger gun safety lock High pressure hose Power cord Detergent filter and suction tube Detergent tray Water inlet NEVER! 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. THE BEST ANTI-FREEZE PROTECTION IS PROVIDED BY USING AND STORING THE MACHINE IN SHELTERED SPACE. 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 other 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 Trigger Gun Safety Lock PREVENTS the trigger from accidentally being engaged. This safety feature DOES NOT lock trigger in the on position. 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 equipmentgrounding 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 equipment-grounding 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 adaptor with this product. Extension Cords Use a sufficient gauge: Up to 25 ft = 12/3 AWG 25 to 50 ft = 10/3 AWG Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3prong grounding-type plugs and 3-pole cord connectors that accept the plug from the product. Use only extension cords that are intended for outdoor use. These extension cords are identified by a 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. 3 WARNING · DO NOT USE WITH FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS AND TOXIC CHEMICALS.