Karcher K 2.20 M User's Manual
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1. Barbecue Grills Outdoor Power Equipment amp Gardening Tools with or without detergent Pre rinse cleaning surface with fresh water If us ing detergent or Degreaser apply deter gent at low pressure Allow detergent to remain on surface 1 3 minutes Do not allow detergent to dry on surface Rinse at high pressure keeping the spray noz zle approximately 3 6 inches from the cleaning surface For removing ex tremely stubborn dirt it may be neces sary to move the spray nozzle even closer to the surface for greater dirt cut ting action Patio amp Lawn Furniture with or without detergent Pre rinse furniture and surrounding area with fresh water If using detergent apply to surface at low pressure Allow detergent to remain on surface 1 3 minutes Do not allow detergent to dry on surface If needed use special Wash Brush Attach ment not included to remove stubborn dirt Rinse at high pressure in a sweep ing motion keeping the spray nozzle ap proximately 3 6 inches from the cleaning surface For best results clean from top to bottom and from left to right OPTIONAL CLEANING ACCESSORIES Optional accessories are available to further enhance your cleaning capabili ties These accessories are accurate as of the printing date of this manual Please check our website for pricing and up to date information Pump Guard Specially formulated to protect your pressure washer from freezing corro sion and premat2. Loose fittings Tighten fittings Missing worn rubber washer Insert new washer Spray wand leaks Spray wand not properly attached Insert the spray wand into the trigger gun Carefully press in against the spring tension and twist into the locked position Broken o ring or plastic insert Call Customer Support Pump is noisy 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 leaks from pump up to 10 drops per minute is permissible Loose fittings Check that all fittings are tight Water seals are damaged or worn Call Customer Support Oil Drip Oil seals are damaged or worn Call Customer Support If you encounter any additional difficul ties not listed please visit our website USA Canada www karcherresidential com M xico www karcher com mx 16 English
3. be read to and discussed with the operator in the operator s native language by the purchaser owner mak ing sure that the operator comprehends its contents Owner and or user must study and maintain for future reference the manu facturers instructions Customer Support USA and Canada To register this product please visit www karcher register com For technical support go to www karcher help com Ifyou purchased this unit new and parts are missing or if you need to file a war ranty claim please call 1 800 537 4129 You will need to fax or email your receipt to a customer service agent All other in formation can be found at www karcherresidential com Customer Support Mexico Call 01 800 024 13 13 for help or visit our website www karcher com mx MODEL OVERVIEW 1 Swivel casters 9 Wheels 2 ON OFF switch 10 Trigger gun 3 Detergent suction tube with filter 11 Trigger gun safety lock 4 High pressure outlet 12 Locking slide for high pressure hose 5 13 High pressure hose 6 Spray Wand Storage 14 Spray wand 7 Water inlet with garden hose connec 15 Dirtblaster Rotary spray wand tor 16 VELCRO fastener 8 Power cord with Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCl English 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING When using this product basic precau tions should always be followed includ ing the following m Readallthe instructions before using the product m Toreduce the risk of injury close s
4. bot tom 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 us ing detergent or Degreaser apply to surface at low pressure For best re sults limit your work area to smaller sec tions of approximately 25 square feet Allow detergent or Degreaser to remain on surface 1 3 minutes Do not allow de tergent to dry on surface Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 3 6 inches from the cleaning surface Al ways clean from top to bottom and from left to right For removing extremely stubborn stains use the Dirtblaster Nozzle Cars Boats amp Motorcycles with or without detergent Pre rinse vehicle with fresh water If using deter gent apply to surface at low pressure For best results clean one side of vehi cle at a time and always apply detergent from bottom to top do not allow deter gent to dry on surface If needed use special wash brush attachment not in cluded to remove stubborn dirt Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 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
5. KARCHER K 2 20 M lt 2 D c Lu Espanol Frangais 59634730 08 09 HIGH PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR MANUAL Model Overview 3 Important Safety Instructions 4 Assembly Instructions 6 Operating Instructions 6 Using the Accessories 8 Working with Detergents 9 Taking a Break 10 Shutting Down amp Clean Up 10 Winterizing and Long Term Storage 11 Maintenance Instructions 11 Cleaning Tips 12 Optional Cleaning Accessories 13 Troubleshooting 15 Safety Alert Symbols A DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situ ation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury A WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situa tion which if not avoided could result in death or injury A CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situa tion which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage incidents Specifications Max Pressure 1500 PSI Max Water Flow 1 3 GPM Amp draw 13 AMPS Voltage 120 V Part No 1 672 600 0 Serial no For household use only 2 English Owner User Responsibility The owner and or user must have an un derstanding of the manufacturer s oper ating instructions and warnings before using this pressure washer Warning information should be empha sized and understood If the operator is not fluent in English the manufacturer s instructions and warnings shall
6. RAGE 3 1 Disconnect all water connections A CAUTION 3 2 Turn onthe machine for afew sec Failure to follow the above directions will onds until the water which had re result in damage to the pump assembly mained in the pump exits turn off and accessories and will void the war immediately ranty gt 3 Donotallowhigh pressure hose to Karcher also recommends the regular become kinked practice of using a pump protector like 4 Store the machine and accesso Karcher Pump Guard to prevent cold ries in a room which does not reach weather damage during storage in the freezing temperatures DO NOT winter months store near furnace or other sources of heat as it may dry out the pump seals CARE AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Cleaning the water inlet filter Maintenance gt STEP 1 The unit is maintenance free Pull out washer from the water inlet 3 STEP 2 Pull out water inlet filter with flat nose pliers gt STEP 3 Rinse out water inlet filter in warm water gt STEP 4 Reinsert water inlet filter and washer into the water inlet 3 4 English 11 CLEANING TIPS A CAUTION m Before cleaning any surface an in conspicuous area should be cleaned to test spray pattern and distance for maximum cleaning results m f painted surfaces are peeling or chipping use extreme caution as pressure washer may remove the loose paint from the surface m When using on surfaces which
7. d surfaces Easily attaches direct ly to the trigger gun Ideal for stubborn dirt on cars boats patio furniture and other surfaces Great for applying deter gent Fits most Karcher pressure wash ers up to 2300 PSI bayonet Part No 2 640 740 0 25 ft Pipe Cleaning Kit bayonet Need to clean blocked pipes drains or downspouts The Karcher pipe clean ing kit is the answer The pipe cleaner propels itself forward while simulta neously flushing out debris For exam ple insert the cleaning nozzle in the base of a downspout pull the trigger on the pressure washer gun and watch as the nozzle shoots out leaves and other debris while climbing upward Connects directly to the trigger gun of most Karcher pressure washers up to 2300 PSI bayonet Part No 2 640 747 0 14 English Wet Sandblasting Kit bayonet Why spend hours stripping old paint and rust by hand using harsh chemicals Let the Karcher Wet Sandblasting Kit do the work Attach the kit to your pressure washer add abrasive material and at tack the rust and paint with our eco friendly alternative Fits most Karcher pressure washers up to 2300 PSI bay onet Part No 2 638 792 0 Detergent Foamer Attachment Ideal for applications which require a thick foam Simply fill the resevoir cup with liquid pressure washer detergent to generate a foam spray Connects direct ly to the trigger gun Fits most Karcher pressure washers up to 2300 PSI bay
8. h the surface coverage of a wide angle nozzle Not recommended for soft materi als siding painted surfaces decks or autos Before cleaning any surface an in conspicuous area should be cleaned to test spray pattern and distance for maximum cleaning results WORKING WITH DETERGENTS Detergents can only be applied atlow pressure A low pressure jet is generated if no spray wand is attached to the trigger gun gt STEP 1 Fill a container with Karcher deter gent Place the filter end of detergent suction tube into the container gt STEP 2 Detach spray wand from the trigger gun gt STEP 3 Turn on the pressure washer 1 Pull trigger to operate unit Liquid deter gent is drawn into the unit and mixed with water Apply detergent to work area Do not allow detergent to dry on surface gt STEP 4 To rinse insert the spray wand and pull trigger to operate unit gt STEP 5 Cleaning up Always draw fresh wa ter through the detergent tank or si phon tube when done to flush any remaining detergents from the injec tion system For best results see Cleaning Tips for specific information on how to clean different surfaces Always Use Karcher Detergent for Best Results Karcher biodegradable detergents are specially formulated to protect the envi ronment and your pressure washer The special formula won t clog the suction tube filter and will protect the
9. internal parts of the pressure washer for a longer life For Karcher Detergents check your retailer or visit our website www soappac com N CAUTION Never use Bleach Chlorine products and other corrosive chemicals Liquids containing solvents i e paint thinners gasoline oils Tri sodium phosphate products Ammonia products Acid based products These chemicals will harm the unit and will damage the surface being cleaned Use of these items will void the war ranty English 9 TAKING A BREAK five minutes or more gt STEP 1 p Release trigger and engage gun 1 on es O oFF safety lock gt STEP 2 Turn pressure washer to OFF 0 po sition SHUTTING DOWN amp CLEAN UP gt STEP 1 gt STEP 5 Turn the switch to OFF 0 position Disconnect the garden hose from the and unplug cord from outlet water inlet on the unit UV O oFF d 3 STEP 2 gt STEP S Disconnect the high pressure hose Turn off the water source f the hiqh tlet 3 STEP 3 rom the hig eee outlet Press trigger to release water pres sure gt STEP 7 Engage the spray lance in its com partment gt STEP 4 Store coiled power cord coiled high Release trigger and engage gun pressure hose and handgun with the safety lock VELCRO fastener on the appliance 10 English WINTERIZING AND LONG TERM STO
10. letely gt STEP 5 Plug the Ground Fault Circuit Inter rupter GFCI into a working outlet We recommend that you test the GFCI as part of your startup procedure each time you use your pressure washer To learn how to peform this test on your unit visit http www karcherresidential com gfci_test php for detailed instructions for your type of GFCI A WARNING Do not use if above test fails Note The actual appearance of the GFCI may be different from this illustration gt gt STEP 6 Unlock the trigger gun safety lock Trigger the gun to eliminate trapped air wait for a steady flow of water to emerge from the spray nozzle STEP 7 Turn on the high pressure washer I ON The motor starts only if the trigger of the gun is pulled and shuts off when the trigger is released on VaN IO 1 oE English 7 USING THE ACCESSORIES A WARNING To avoid serious injury never point spray nozzle at yourself other per sons or animals Always test an inconspicuous area before cleaning with high pressure Spray wand This nozzle features a steady powerful high pressure spray pattern for general cleaning 8 English Dirtblaster m This nozzle features a 0 pencil jet which rotates 360 for maximum dirt cutting action effectively increasing cleaning performance up to 50 This nozzle combines the cleaning performance of a 0 pencil jet wit
11. might come in contact with food flush sur faces with plenty of drinking water m For additional cleaning tips and a complete video library visit our web site www karcherresidential com Deck Cleaning with or without detergent Pre rinse deck and surrounding area with fresh water If using detergent apply to sur face at low pressure For best results limit your work area to smaller sections of approximately 25 square feet Allow detergent to remain on surface 1 3 min utes Do not allow detergent to dry on surface Rinse at high pressure in a long sweeping motion keeping the spray noz zle 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 clean ing surface be sure to overlap the previ ous 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 us ing detergent apply to surface at low pressure for best results limit your work area to sections of approximately 12 English 6 feet and always apply detergent from bottom to top Allow detergent to re main on surface 1 3 minutes Do not al low detergent to dry on surface if surface appears to be drying simply wet down surface with fresh water If need ed use special wash brush attachment not included to remove stubborn dirt Rinse at high pressure from top to
12. on m nspect cord before using Do not use if cord is damaged m Keep all connections dry and off the ground m Do not touch plug with wet hands m Do not use extension cord with this product m Connect to individual branch circuit only A CAUTION This unit has been designed for use with cleaning detergents recommended by the manufacturer The use of other cleaning detergents may affect the oper ation of the machine and void the war ranty A WARNING m DONOT SPRAY ELECTRICAL APPA RATUS AND WIRING m DO NOT USE WITH FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS AND TOXIC CHEMICALS m HIGH PRESSURE KEEP CLEAR OF NOZZLE m INJECTION HAZARD EQUIPMENT CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY IF THE SPRAY PENETRATES THE SKIN DO NOT POINT THE GUN AT ANYONE OR ANY PART OF THE BODY IN CASE OF PENETRATION SEEK MEDICAL AID IMMEDIATELY m THIS SYSTEM IS CAPABLE OF PRO DUCING 1600 PSI TO AVOID RUP TURE AND INJURY DO NOT OPERATE THIS PUMP WITH COM PONENTS RATED LESS THAN 1600 PSI WORKING PRESSURE INCLUD ING BUT NOT LIMITED TO SPRAY GUNS HOSE AND HOSE CONNEC TIONS m BEFORE SERVICING CLEANING OR REMOVING ANY PARTS SHUT OFF POWER AND RELIEVE PRES SURE m IF CONNECTION IS MADE TO A PO TABLE WATER SYSTEM THE SYS TEM SHALL BE PROTECTED AGAINST BACKFLOW SERVICING OF A DOUBLE INSULATED PRODUCT In a double insulated product two sys tems of insulation are provided instead of grounding No grounding means is provided on a double insulated p
13. onet Part No 6 964 507 0 T 100 Wide Area Surface Cleaner For cleaning surfaces such as patios terraces and driveways without splash back there is no better solution than the Karcher T 100 It saves time by clean ing a one foot wide area gently as it hov ers providing consistent streak free cleaning When you finish cleaning the patio and driveway remove the wand and use the handle to clean garage doors and other vertical surfaces In cludes two nozzles which spin at high speed for optimum results Our top sell ing accessory for Karcher pressure washers up to 2300 PSI bayonet Part No 2 640 959 0 TROUBLESHOOTING CAUTION Disconnect the machine from the power source before making any repair Symptom Cause Solution Motor will not start On Off switch is in the OFF Turn switch to the ON I po 0 position sition Power cord is not plugged in Plug in power cord Electrical outlet does not supply adequate power Try a different outlet Tripped GFCI plug Press RESET button on GFCI plug Tripped circuit breaker Switch off pressure washer The reset comes automatically once the temperature of the unit drops Unit does not reach high pressure Diameter of garden hose is too small Replace with a 5 8 inch or larg er garden hose Water supply is restricted Check garden hose for kinks leaks and blockage Not enough inlet water
14. ow rate of water supply must not fall below 2 GPM gallons per minute m Flow rate can be determined by run ning the water for one minute into an empty 5 gallon container m The water supply temperature must not exceed 104 F 40 C m Never use the pressure washer to draw in water contaminated with sol vents e g paint thinners gasoline oil etc m Always prevent debris from being drawn into the unit by using a clean water source SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS English 5 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7 gt STEP 3 Kosa Fix the VELCRO fastener to the ap Screwdriver small size not supplied pliance for connecting high pressure hose and trigger gun gt STEP 4 A Pulloutthe locking slide of the trigger Assembly gun handle gt STEP 1 B Insert the small end of the high pres Insert the steering rollers and lock sure hose into place them C Push the locking slide back into the gt STEP 2 trigger gun to lock the hose in posi Insert wheels into the side holes of Hon the unit OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS gt STEP 1 gt STEP 2 Connect the high pressure hose to Insert the spray wand of your choice the unit s high pressure outlet into the trigger gun Press in against lt TZ the spring tension and twist into locked position 6 English gt STEP 3 Connect garden hose to unit s water inlet gt STEP 4 Connect garden hose to the cold wa ter source and turn water on com p
15. roduct nor should a means for grounding be added to the product Servicing a dou ble insulated product requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be done only by qualified service personnel Replacement parts for a dou ble insulated product must be identical to the parts they replace A doubleinsu lated product is marked with the words DOUBLE INSULATION or DOUBLE INSULATED The symbol E may also be marked on the product GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTER RUPTER PROTECTION This pressure washer is provided with a ground fault circuit interrupter GFCI built into the plug of the power supply cord This device provides additional protection from the risk of electric shock Should replacement of the plug or cord become necessary use only identical replacement parts that include GFCI protection WATER SUPPLY Cold Water Only A CAUTION When connecting the water inlet to the water supply mains local regulations of your water company must be observed In some areas the unit must not be con nected directly to the public drinking wa ter supply This is to ensure that there is no feedback of chemicals into the water supply Direct connection via a receiver tank or backflow preventer for example is permitted Dirt in the feed water will damage the unit To avoid this risk we recommend fitting a water filter m Garden hose must be at least 1 2 inch or 5 8 inch in diameter m Fl
16. supply Open water source full force Water inlet filter is clogged Remove filter and rinse out in warm water Spray wand is on low pressure position Turn spray wand to high pres sure position Output pressure varies high and low Not enough inlet water supply 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 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 English 15 Symptom Cause Solution No detergent Detergent suction tube not properly connected to the machine Check connection Detergent is too thick Dilute detergent for best re sults use Karcher 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 fitted Remove spray wand Discharge nozzle is obstructed Blow out or remove debris with fine needle Garden hose connection leaks
17. u pervision is necessary when a prod uct is used near children m Know how to stop the product and bleed pressures quickly Be thor oughly familiar with the controls m Stay alert watch what you are do ing m Do not operate the product when fa tigued or under the influence of alco hol or drugs m Keep operating area clear of all per sons m Do not overreach or stand on unsta ble support Keep good footing and balance at all times m Follow the maintenance instructions specified in the manual m This product is provided with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter built into the power cord plug If replace ment of the plug or cord is needed use only identical replacement parts A WARNING Risk of Injection or Injury Do Not Direct Discharge Stream At Persons m High pressure jets can be dangerous if misused The jet must not be di rected at persons animals electrical devices or the unit itself m Wear safety goggles A WARNING Risk Of Explosion Do not spray flammable liquids m Do not use acids alkaline solvents or any flammable material in this product These products can cause 4 English physical injuries to the operator and irreversible damage to the machine A CAUTION Gun Kicks Back Hold with both hands m The Trigger Gun Safety Lock pre vents the trigger from accidentally being engaged This safety feature DOES NOT lock trigger in the ON po sition A WARNING Risk of Electrocuti
18. ure wear The Pump Guard also adds lubrication to valves and seals to prevent sticking Highly rec ommended for all Karcher pressure washers Part No 9 558 998 0 25 Ft Extension Replacement High Pressure Hose Replacement hose fits Karcher pres sure washer with screw on type gun connections from 2400 PSI to 2500 PSI Extension Hose for all Karcher high pressure washers between the original equipment hose and machine up to 2500 PSI Part No 2 640 850 0 66 Extension Wand Four piece Need to clean second story windows or other high areas Increase the reach of your pressure washer by up to 66 with this extension kit Includes 4 aluminum sections for variable length 66 fully as sembled Fits most Karcher pressure washers up to 2300 PSI bayonet Part No 2 640 746 0 English 13 Rotating Wash Brush bayonet For more effortless cleaning of all smooth surfaces painted glass and plastic try the Karcher Rotating Wash Brush Use it on your automobile house siding or windows The water pressure from your pressure washer causes the inner brushes to gently spin making your cleaning job much easier The an gle of brush head is adjustable to help you reach difficult areas Excellent for the application of detergent A must have accessory designed for Karcher pressure washers up to 2300 PSI bay onet Part No 2 640 743 0 Soft Clean Washing Brush Made with soft bristles that will not harm painte
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