Karcher K 360 M User's Manual
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1. AW 2 Step 1 Remove de Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 tergent suction tube from Turn the switch to Turn off the water Press trigger to container and insert into off position and source release water 1 gallon of fresh water unplug cord from pressure Siphon water at low pres outlet sure for one minute Step 5 Disconnect the Step 6 Disconnect the high pressure hose from the garden hose from the high pressure outlet and engage the gun safety lock water inlet on the unit TAKING A BREAK five minutes or more set m Step 1 Step 2 Engage gun Turn pressure safety lock washer to off position WINTERIZING AND LONG TERM STORAGE 1 Disconnect all water connections 4 Store the machine and accessories in 2 Turn on the machine for a few seconds a room which does not reach freezing until the water which had remained in the temperatures pump exits Turn off immediately Caution Failure to follow the above become kinked 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 your work area to smaller sections of approximately 25 square feet Allow Karcher Deck Wash to remain on surface 1 3 m2. 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 surface Rinse at high pressure keeping the spray nozzle approximately 3 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 To remove caked on mud from garbage cans lawn mower blades wheel barrels or other non sensitive metal surfaces you may want to use the Karcher Dirtblaster Wand Caution Do not use Dirtblaster wand on cloth plastic or other sensitive surfaces as it may cause damage 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 If needed use special Wash Brush Attachment to remove stubborn dirt Rinse at high pres sure in a sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 3 6 inches from the cleaning surface For best results clean from top to bottom and from left to
3. 37 4129 or visit our website www karcher usa com 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
4. 5 to 50 ft 10 2 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 This Product Is Double Insulated In a double insulated product two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding No grou
5. ACCESSORIES The Vario spray wand allows you to adjust the cleaning pressure To clean at maximum pressure the Vario wand must be positioned to the high pressure setting To apply detergent the wand must be positioned to the low pressure setting For higher pressure turn wand collar in the u plus direction For lower pressure turn ga wand collar in the minus direction Dirtblaster wand Wash brush This wand features a 0 pencil jet which rotates 360 This brush is ideal for removing stub for maximum dirt cutting action effectively increasing born dirt and stains from finished sur cleaning performance up to 50 This wand combines faces Use with detergents only the cleaning performance of a 0 pencil jet with the surface coverage of a wide angle nozzle Not recommended for soft materials siding painted surfaces decks or autos AAA T TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY w A p NEVER POINT SPRAY NOZZLE AT ee 1 YOURSELF OTHER PERSONS OR ANIMALS WORKING WITH DETERGENT Karcher Pressure washers operate at two pressures The high pressure setting is used for cleaning you cannot apply detergents when working at high pressure To apply detergents you must be operating at low pressure F Hare NA k i ul j Step 1 Vario spray wand Set the Vario spray wand to the low pressure setting by turning the wand collar The wand must be set in the low pres
6. ViKARCHER Model K 360 M eens sss High Pressure Washer Operator Manual VEION 22 4 AEE tk lee Ot ears EEEE E Es ti be 1 Precautions 00 a i ii a eee 1 3 Assembly Instructions anaana 3 Operating Instructions n anaana aeea 4 GFCI Instructions nananana aaa 5 Using the Accessories anaana aana aaa 5 Working with Detergents 022 005 6 Shut Down and Clean Up 2200055 7 Taking a Break 0 0 0 eee 7 Winterizing and Long Term Storage 7 Cleaning TipS 2 2 0 0 c eee eee 8 9 Optional Cleaning Accessories 5 9 Troubleshooting 000 eee eee eee 10 11 Specifications Operating pressure 1400 PSI Water volume 1 6 GPM Voltage 120 V Amp draw 14 AMPS In USA Call 1 800 537 4129 or visit our website www karcher usa com Model K 360 M OVERVIEW Item Description 1 Vario spray wand 2 Dirtblaster wand 3 Spray wand extension 4 Package of 8 screws not pictured 5 Trigger gun 6 Trigger gun safety lock 7 8 9 High pressure hose Mobile adapter bracket with wheel qty 2 Handle 10 Hose Caddy 11 On Off switch 12 Detergent suction tube 13 Detergent filter 14 Water inlet with filter 15 High pressure outlet 16 Wash brush 17 Power cord with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCIl CS Gr ee NEVER point nozzle at people or animals drink alcohol or use drugs while operating thi
7. ck connection Detergent is too thick Dilute detergent for best results use K rcher detergent Filter on detergent suction tube is clogged Run warm water through filter to remove debris Damaged or clogged detergent suction tube Remove obstruction or replace detergent suction tube Spray wand is in high pressure position Turn spray wand tip to low pressure position Discharge nozzle is obstructed Blow out or remove debris with fine needle Detergent container is empty Loose fittings Add more detergent Tighten fittings Missing worn rubber washer Spray wand not properly attached Insert new washer Insert the spray wand of your choice into the the wand extension Push in and turn clockwise to lock wand in place Spray wand extension not properly attached Insert the spray wand extension into the trigger gun Press in against the spring tension and twist into the lock position Turn the spray wand exten sion collar clockwise until tight Broken o ring Pump is sucking air Loose fittings Call K rcher customer service hotline and order an 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 Water seals are damaged or worn Oil seals are damaged or worn In USA Call 1 800 5
8. cord or a 50 ft 10 2 gauge cord Electrical outlet does not supply adequate power Try a different outlet Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI tripped Diameter of garden hose is too small Water supply is restricted Reset breaker power supply or GFCI 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 Spray wand is in low pressure position Not enough inlet water supply Pump is sucking air Water inlet filter is clogged Turn spray wand to high pressure position Turn water on full force Check garden hose for kinks leaks or blockage 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 Remove filter and rinse out in warm water Discharge nozzle is obstructed Blow out or remove debris with a fine needle Calcified gun hose or spray wand Run distilled vinegar through detergent suction tube TROUBLESHOOTING continued Symptom No detergent Garden hose connection leaks Spray wand or Spray wand extension leaks Pump is noisy Water leaks from pump Oil Drip Detergent suction tube not properly connected to the machine Solution Che
9. ctly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pressure For best results limit your work area 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 approximately 3 6 inches from the cleaning surface Always clean from top to bottom and from left to right For removing extremely stubborn stains use Karcher Dirtblaster Wand Cars Boats amp Motorcycles with or without detergent Pre rinse vehicle with fresh water If using Karcher Vehicle Wash place detergent suction 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 surface If needed use special Wash Brush Attachment to remove stubborn dirt Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approx imately 6 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 Caution Do not use Dirtblaster wand on vehicles as it may cause damage CLEANING TIPS continued Barbecue Grills Outdoor Power Equipment amp Gardening Tools
10. inutes Do not allow detergent to dry on surface Rinse at high pressure in a long sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 3 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 Caution Do not use Dirtblaster wand on wood surface as it may cause damage House Siding with or without detergent Pre rinse cleaning surface with fresh water If using Karcher House Wash place detergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pressure 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 If needed use special Wash Brush Attachment to remove stubborn dirt Rinse at high pressure from top to bottom in an even sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 6 inches from the cleaning surface Caution Do not use Dirtblaster wand on siding as it may cause damage 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 dire
11. le adapter brack Step 2 Slide the handle onto the ets to the pressure washer Align the pegs and mobile adapter brackets as shown holes on the brackets Insert the 4 screws and insert screws and tighten tighten as shown pi Step 3 Slide the hose caddy into the handle Step 4 Slide the spray wand exten slots and snap into place sion into the gun Turn the wand collar clockwise onto the gun threads until tight OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 1 Connect the high pressure hose to the Step 2 Insert the spray wand of your unit s high pressure outlet choice into the spray wand extension Push in and turn clockwise to lock spray wand in place Step 3 Connect garden hose Step 4 Connect garden hose to units water inlet to the cold water source and turn water on completely Step 5 Plug the power cord into the power out Step 6 Turn on the pressure let Trigger the gun to eliminate trapped air wait washer I The motor starts only if for a steady flow of water to emerge from the the trigger of the gun is pulled and spray nozzle shuts off when the trigger is released GFCI INSTRUCTIONS Note The actual appearance of the GFCI may be different from this illustration Step 1 Plug the Ground Step2 Press TEST then Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI press RESET to assure proper into a working outlet connection to power USING THE
12. nding method is provided on a double insulated product nor should a method 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 double insulated product is marked with the words DOUBLE INSULATED AX caution e Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the manual e This machine has been designed for use with cleaning detergents 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 e Water hose must be at least 3 4 inch e The water supply temperature must not in diameter exceed 104 F 40 C e Flow rate of water supply must not fall e Never use the pressure washer to draw below 2 5 GPM gallons per minute in water contaminated with solvents e Flow rate can be determined by running e g paint thinners gasoline oil etc the water for one minute into an empty e Always prevent debris from being drawn 5 gallon container into the unit by using a clean water source ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS You will need a standard screw driver OR a Torx T 25 screw driver i ie 2 Se Step 1 Slide each of the mobi
13. right Caution Do not use Dirtblaster wand on patio or lawn furniture as it may cause damage Recommendations e Before cleaning any surface an inconspicu ous area should be cleaned to test spray pattern and distance for maximum cleaning results e If painted surfaces are pealing or chipping use extreme caution as pressure washer may remove the loose paint from the surface OPTIONAL CLEANING ACCESSORIES Optional cleaning accessories are available to further enhance your cleaning capabilities See accessories order form for product descriptions and ordering instructions e Wash Brush e House Washing Wand e Extension Wand e Dirtblaster Wand e Flexible Spray Wand e Underbody Spray Wand Telescopic Spray Wand e Pipe Drain Cleaner e Detergent Foamer Attachment e Water Suction Hose e Extension Hose 25 e Rotating wash brush In USA Call 1 800 537 4129 or visit our website www karcher usa com TROUBLESHOOTING Disconnect the machine from the power source before making any repair Symptom Motor will not start Unit does not reach high pressure Output pressure varies high and low On Off switch is in the OFF O position Power cord is not plugged in Solution Turn switch to the ON I position Plug in power cord Extension cord is too long Extension cord is not proper gauge Extension cord is damaged Replace extension cord with either a 25 ft 12 2 gauge
14. s 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 dN Safety Warnings When using this product basic precau tions should always be followed e Read all the instructions before using the product 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 To reduce the risk of injury do not operate the machine near children e Learn how to stop the machine and release pressure quickly Be thoroughly familiar with the controls e Stay alert watch what you are doing e Wear safety goggles weil e 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 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 To reduce the risk of electrocution keep all connections dry and off the ground Do not touch plug with wet hands e 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 2 AWG 2
15. sure position to apply detergents Install the Wash brush or the Step 2 Fill a container with Karcher detergent Place the filter end of detergent suction tube into the container Step 3 Turn on the pressure washer 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 For best results see Cleaning Tips on pages 8 amp 9 for specific informa tion 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 The special formula won t clog the suction tube filter and will protect the internal parts of the pres sure washer for a longer life For Karcher Detergents check your retailer or call In USA Call 1 800 537 4129 or visit our website www karcher usa com The following Karcher detergents are available e Vehicle Wash Degreaser All Purpose Cleaner e House Wash Deck Wash AN caution Never use Bleach Chlorine products and other corrosive chemicals e Liquids containing solvents i e paint thinners gasoline oils e Tri sodium phosphate products Ammonia products Acid based products These chemicals will harm the unit and will damage the surface being cleaned SHUTTING DOWN amp CLEAN UP A
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