Karcher K9000G User's Manual
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1. seals are damaged or worn Call service center Call service center If you encounter any additional difficulties not listed please call our service center for help Karcher Customer Support USA 1 800 537 41292. your work area to smaller sections of approxi mately 25 square feet Allow Karcher Deck Wash to remain on surface 1 3 minutes Do not allow detergent to dry on surface Rinse at high pressure in a long sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 6 inches 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 House Siding with or without detergent Pre rinse cleaning surface with fresh water If using Karcher House Wash place deter gent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pres sure for best results limit your work area to sections of approximately 6 feet and always apply detergent from bottom to top Allow Karcher House Wash 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 Rinse at high pressure from top to bottom in an even sweeping motion keep ing the spray nozzle approximately 6 inches from the cleaning surface Cement Patios Brick and Stone with or without detergent Pre rinse cleaning surface with fresh water If using Karcher All Purpose Cleaner place detergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pres sure For best results limit your work ar
3. MKARCHER Model K 9000 G Part No 1 187 105 0 High Pressure Washer Operator Manual OVEIVIGW sicer su ienei kei nR wth ARNAN 1 Precautions a a BALER EPI NARRA era ne NAG 1 2 Assembly Instructions srssrcrerrrrirsssrissasi 3 Operating Instructions a 4 5 Using the Accessories eee eee 5 Working with Detergents aa 6 Shut Down and Clean Up aaa 7 Taking a Break 27 07 752x0024 ccs eee eave Ee ees 7 Winterizing and Long Term Storage 7 Cleaning TIPS ns aap AA AG eG eae ds ees 8 9 Optional Cleaning Accessories 9 Troubleshooting a 10 11 Specifications Operating pressure 3000 PSI Water volume 3 0 GPM Engine 9 0 HP Honda MODEL K 9000 G OVERVIEW Item Description 1 Front Guard Water inlet High pressure outlet Oil fill On Off Switch not pictured Pull start not pictured Fuel valve not pictured Knob Assembly two each Bolt Knob 9 High pressure hose 10 Handle 11 Trigger gun safety lock not pictured 12 Detergent filter 13 Trigger gun 14 Detergent suction tube not pictured 15 Gas tank 16 Spray wand 17 Pressure control knob Triple jet nozzle ONAAR ON LAZ point nozzle at people or animals LEZ drink alcohol or use drugs while operating this equipment LA spray electrical connections electrical outlets or fixtures LA add fuel with the engine ru
4. ce Rinse at high pressure keeping the spray nozzle approximately 6 inches 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 Patio amp Lawn Furniture with or without detergent Pre rinse furniture and surrounding area with fresh water If using Karcher All Purpose Cleaner place detergent suction tube direct ly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pressure Allow Karcher All Purpose Cleaner 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 6 inches from the cleaning surface For best results clean from top to bottom and from left to right Recommendations e Before cleaning any surface an inconspic uous area should be cleaned to test spray pattern and distance for maximum clean ing results e If painted surfaces are pealing or chipping use extreme caution as pressure washer may remove the loose paint from the surface Use extreme caution when cleaning decks siding and other sensitive surfaces as the pencil jet may cause damage if not used correctly OPTIONAL CLEANING ACCESSORIES Optional cleaning accessories are available to further enhance your cleaning capabilities Call Karcher customer service hotline 1 800 537 4129 for details TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Engine will
5. ea to smaller sections of approximately 25 square feet Allow Karcher All Purpose Cleaner 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 approxi mately 3 6 inches from the cleaning sur face Always clean from top to bottom and from left to right Cars Boats amp Motorcycles with or without detergent Pre rinse vehicle with fresh water If using Karcher Vehicle Wash place detergent suc tion tube directly into cleaning solution and 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 sur face Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approxi mately 8 inches 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 CLEANING TIPS continued Barbecue Grills Outdoor Power Equipment amp Gardening Tools with or without detergent Pre rinse cleaning surface with fresh water If using Karcher All Purpose Cleaner or Degreaser place detergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply detergent at low pressure Allow Karcher detergent to remain on surface 1 3 minutes Do not allow detergent to dry on surfa
6. n off the fuel Turn off the from container and insert valve water source into one gallon of fresh water Siphon water at low pressure for one minute 2 On NG NG eNO aN n OE OY q moo A d Step 5 Press Step 6 Disconnect the garden Step 7 Engage the trigger to release water hose from the water inlet Disconnect gun safety lock pressure the high pressure hose from the high pressure outlet TAKING A BREAK five minutes or more Step 1 Turn off the Step 2 Press trigger Step 3 Engage gun engine to release water pressure safety lock WINTERIZING AND LONG TERM STORAGE 1 Disconnect all water connections 5 Store the machine and accessories in 2 Start the machine for a few seconds a room which does not reach freezing until the water which had remained in the temperatures The machine should not be pump exits Turn off immediately placed near an open flame i e furnace 3 Drain the gas and oil from the engine hot water heater etc 4 Do not allow high pressure hose to Caution Failure to follow the above direc become kinked tions will result in damage to the pump assembly and accessories CLEANING TIPS Deck Cleaning with or without detergent Pre rinse deck and surrounding area with fresh water If using Karcher Deck Wash place detergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pressure For best results limit
7. nning or operate where fuel has been spilled LAZ touch hot surfaces or allow accessories to contact hot surfaces Ed operate in an enclosed space exhaust fumes are dangerous LE operate near utilities with open flames LA operate without the water turned on and never use hot water IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS Read First A Safety Warnings When using this product basic precautions should always be followed e Read all the instructions before using the product e FIRE HAZARD Do not add fuel with the engine running Do not operate if fuel has been spilled Instead move the machine to a different location and avoid creating sparks e Operate and fuel machine in a well venti lated area free of devices featuring an open pilot or flame such as boilers water heaters etc e 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 e Wear safety goggles e 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 e The machine has hot surfaces which can cause burns Operate the unit in a safe environment and away from children e Do not allow the high pressure hose to come into contact with the muffler guard e Do not leave the machine running unattended e Learn how to stop the machine and release pressure quickly Be
8. not start For additional engine problems refer to the engine owners manual Unit does not reach high pressure Output pressure varies high and low No gasoline Solution Fill gas tank Low oil level Add oil Choke is not in correct position Engine throttle is not in correct position Slide choke lever to CHOKE position Position the throttle to FAST Pressure built up in the high pressure washer Diameter of garden hose is too small Water supply is restricted Squeeze the trigger to release the pressure Replace with a 3 4 inch garden hose Check garden hose for kinks leaks and blockage Not enough inlet water supply Open water source full force Water inlet filter is clogged Remove filter and rinse out in warm water Nozzle is in CHEM position Not enough inlet water supply Turn nozzle to high pressure position Turn water on full force Check garden hose for kinks leaks or blockage Pump is sucking air Check that hoses and fittings are air tight Turn off machine and purge pump by squeezing trigger gun until a steady flow of water emerges through the nozzle Water inlet filter is clogged Discharge nozzle is obstructed Remove filter and rinse out in warm water Blow out or remove debris with a fine needle Calcified gun hose or spray wand Run distilled vinegar through detergent suction
9. s 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 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Tools required adjustable pliers Step 1 Attach the handle to the frame of the pressure washer Align holes insert bolt and tighten with knob Step 3 Attach the triple jet nozzle to the spray wand Step 2 Attach high pressure hose to trigger gun 200000 000000 000000 000001 Fo WWW WUE AVIVIS TALLI o 00099 WA o A Step 4 Attach the spray wand to the trigger gun to the oil filler neck Be sure the machine is level when checking the oil level Refer to the engine s operating manual for seasonal grades Step 6 Fill gas tank with unleaded gasoline Do not use leaded gasoline Important Do not run the engine with a high or low oil level as this can cause engine damage f you have fur ther questions regarding the engine please refer to the engine s operating manual included with the unit OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SS Pa SOG N SEN ORG OJ q Step 1 Connect the high pressure hose to the unit s high pressure outlet Step 2 Connect garden hose to unit s water inlet Step 3 Connect garden hose to the cold water source and
10. t to the CHEM position Step 2 Fill a container with Karcher detergent Place the filter end of detergent suction tube into the container For best results see Cleaning Tips on pages 8 amp 9 for specific information on how to clean different surfaces Always Use Karcher Detergents for Best Results Karcher biodegradable detergents are specially formulated to protect the environ ment and your pressure washer Special formula won t clog the suction tube filter and will protect the internal parts of the pressure washer for a longer life For Karcher Detergents check your retailer or call 1 800 537 4129 The following Karcher detergents are available e Vehicle Wash e Degreaser e All Purpose Cleaner e House Wash e Deck Wash Step 3 with the engine running 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 A Caution Never use e Bleach Chlorine products and other corrosive chemicals e Liquids containing solvents i e paint thinners gasoline oils e Tri sodium phosphate products e Ammonia products e Acid based products These chemicals will harm the unit and will damage the surface being cleaned SHUTTING DOWN amp CLEAN UP Step 1 Remove Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 detergent suction tube Turn off the engine Tur
11. thoroughly familiar with the controls e Stay alert watch what you are doing e Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs e Do not stand on unstable surfaces Stand with both feet balanced at all times e The Gun Safety Lock PREVENTS the trigger from accidentally being engaged This safety feature DOES NOT lock trigger in the on position Water Supply Cola Water Only e Water hose must be at least 3 4 inch in diameter e Flow rate of water supply must not fall below 2 5 GPM gallons per minute e Flow rate can be determined by running the water for one minute into an empty 5 gallon container e The water supply temperature must not exceed 104 F 40 C e Never use the pressure washer to draw in water contaminated with solvents e g paint thinners gasoline oil etc e Always prevent debris from being drawn into the unit by using a clean water source We strongly recommend that this high pressure washer not be left running for periods of 5 minutes or longer without the trigger gun being engaged This Karcher high pressure washer is equipped with thermal protection to extend the life of your pressure washer The thermal protector will automatically activate at a predetermined high temper ature ejecting hot water before resetting This ensures that the pump does not become damaged A Caution e Follow the maintenance instruc tions specified in the manual e Thi
12. tube TROU BLESHOOTING continued Symptom No detergent Garden hose connection leaks Triple jet nozzle or Spray wand leaks Pump is noisy Water leaks from pump up to 10 drops per minute is permissible Oil Drip Detergent suction tube not properly connected to the machine Solution Check connection Detergent is too thick Dilute detergent for best results use Karcher detergent Filter on detergent suction ube is clogged Damaged or clogged detergent suction tube Run warm water through filter to remove debris Remove obstruction or replace detergent suction tube Spray nozzle is in high pressure position Turn spray nozzle tip to CHEM position Discharge nozzle is obstructed Loose fitting Missing worn rubber washer Nozzle or spray wand not properly attached Broken o ring Pump is sucking air Loose fittings Blow out or remove debris with a fine needle Tighten fittings Insert new washer Tighten connections Call Karcher customer service hotline and order o ring Check that hoses and fittings are air tight Turn off machine and purge pump by squeezing trigger gun until a steady flow of water emerges through the nozzle Check that all fittings are tight Thermal protection device has been activated Thermal protection device will automatically reset Water seals are damaged or worn Oil
13. turn water on completely spray nozzle Step 4 Trigger the gun to eliminate trapped air wait for a steady flow of water to emerge from the Step 5 Turn the engine on Ka A Ng A R NY i pS Bx KG gt Z y IN S SAG N Step 6 Slide the throttle control to the fast position Move the choke lever to the CHOKE position only if the engine is cool After starting move the choke to RUN Turn fuel valve on Step 7 Pull the starter handle If the engine fails to start after 3 pulls squeeze the trigger gun to release pressure and repeat step 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS continued 2 SE AP Step 8 Adjust pressure control to desired setting USING THE ACCESSORIES The triple jet nozzle must be positioned to one of the two settings for high pressure cleaning by turning the nozzle tip The pencil jet spray 0 should be used for stubborn dirt The High pressure flat spray 25 should be used for cleaning over a large surface area The third set ting on the triple jet nozzle is used for the application of detergents High pressure pencil jet cleaning High pres fan WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY NEVER POINT SPRAY NOZZLE AT YOURSELF OTHER PERSONS OR ANIMALS WORKING WITH DETERGENT Detergents can only be applied in the CHEM setting Step 1 To apply detergents the triple jet nozzle must be se
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