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Karcher 1.187-115 Operator's Manual

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Summary of 1.187-115

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    Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 assembly instructions . . . . . . . . . . . .3 operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . .4 using the accessories . . . . . . . . . . .5 working with detergents . . . . . . . . . .6 shut down an...

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    1 never! Model 2700 dh/db, 3000 dh & 3500 dh/db overview item description 1. High pressure outlet 2. Water inlet with garden hose connector and filter 3. Detergent suction tube 4. Knob assembly (two each, bolt & knob) 5. High pressure hose 6. Detergent filter 7. Handle 8. Trigger gun 9. Trigger gun ...

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    2 important precautions – read first! Safety warnings when using this product, basic precautions should always be followed: • read all the instructions before using the product. • fire hazard! Do not add fuel with the engine running. Do not operate if fuel has been spilled. Instead, move the machine...

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    3 assembly instructions step 1 attach the handle to the frame of the pressure washer. Align holes, insert bolts, and tighten with knobs. Step 2 attach the gun/hose storage handle. Step 8 connect the high pressure hose to the unit’s high pressure outlet. Step 9 connect the garden hose to unit’s water...

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    Operating instructions 4 step 3 connect garden hose to the cold water source and turn water on completely. Never use hot water. Step 4 trigger the gun to eliminate trapped air, wait for a steady flow of water to emerge from the spray nozzle. Step 5 slide the choke lever to the left to the closed pos...

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    Using the accessories 5 this wand features a 0º pencil jet which rotates 360º for maximum dirt cutting action, effectively increasing cleaning performance up to 50%. This wand combines the cleaning performance of a 0º pencil jet with the surface coverage of a wide angle nozzle. Not recommended for s...

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    6 working with detergents note: detergents can only be applied in the “chem” setting. Step 1 to apply detergents the triple jet nozzel must be set to chem. Position. Step 4 with the engine running, pull trigger to operate unit. Liquid detergent is drawn into the unit and mixed with water. Apply dete...

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    Step 2 turn off the engine. Step 3 slide fuel valve to the off position. Step 4 turn off water supply. Shutting down & clean-up 7 winterizing and long-term storage 1. Disconnect all water connections. 2. Start the machine for a few seconds, until the remaining water exits. Turn off immediately. 3. D...

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    8 cleaning tips deck cleaning (with or without detergent) pre-rinse deck and surrounding area with fresh water. If using kärcher 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...

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    9 cleaning tips – continued barbecue grills, outdoor power equipment & gardening tools (with or without detergent) pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. If using kärcher all purpose cleaner or degreaser, place detergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply detergent at low p...

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    10 troubleshooting symptom cause solution engine will not start. Unit does not reach high pressure. Output pressure varies high and low. Fuel valve is in “off” position. Slide the fuel valve lever to “on” position. Choke is not in correct position. Slide choke lever left to closed position. Engine t...

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    11 troubleshooting – continued symptom cause solution no detergent. Garden hose connection leaks. Pump is noisy. Water leaks from pump. Oil drip. Detergent is too thick. Dilute detergent. For best results, use kärcher detergent. Filter on detergent suc- tion tube is clogged. Run warm water through f...