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1800
Operator's Manual

Karcher 1800 Operator's Manual

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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 and Clean-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Taking a Break . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Winterizing and Long-Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Cleaning Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9

Optional Cleaning Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11

Model K 1800 G

Part No. 1.133-114.0

High Pressure Washer Operator Manual

Specifications

Operating pressure

1800 PSI

Water volume

2.0 GPM

Engine

4.0 HP Briggs & Stratton Quattro

9.139-086

05/00

800- 537- 4129

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Summary of 1800

Page 1
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 assembly instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 2: Never!
1 800-537-4129 page 1 item description 1. Water inlet 2. Detergent tray with screw 3. Knob assembly (two each): bolt knob 4. Oil fill cap 5. High pressure hose 6. Detergent suction tube with filter 7. Handle 8. Accessory rack 9. Trigger gun safety lock 10. Trigger gun 11. Pull start 12. Gas tank 13....
Page 3
1 800-537-4129 page 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. Instea...
Page 4: Assembly Instructions
1 800-537-4129 page 3 assembly instructions step 1 slide the handle through the accessory rack. Step 2 align the holes of the accessory rack to the handle and fasten the four screws. Step 3 insert the handle into the frame. Align holes, insert bolt, and tighten with knob. Step 5 attach high pressure...
Page 5: Operating Instructions
1 800-537-4129 page 4 operating instructions step 3 connect garden hose to unit’s water inlet. Step 5 connect garden hose to the cold water source and turn water on completely. Step 6 trigger the gun to eliminate trapped air, wait for a steady flow of water to emerge from the spray nozzle. Step 2 ch...
Page 6: Operating Instructions
1 800-537-4129 page 5 operating instructions - continued warning to avoid serious injury, never point spray nozzle at yourself, other persons or animals step 7 slide the throttle control to the run position. Step 8 push the primer ball three times. Wait 3 sec- onds between each push. Note: in cold w...
Page 7: Working With Detergent
1 800-537-4129 page 6 working with detergent always use kärcher detergents for best results . Kärcher biodegradable detergents are specially formulated to protect the environment and your pressure washer. Special formula won’t clog the suction tube filter and will protect the internal parts of the p...
Page 8: Shutting Down & Clean-Up
1 800-537-4129 page 7 shutting down & clean-up step 1 remove detergent suction tube from container and insert into one gallon of fresh water. Siphon water at low pressure for one minute. Step 2 turn off the engine. Step 3 turn off the water source. Step 4 press trigger to release water pressure. Ste...
Page 9: Cleaning Tips
1 800-537-4129 page 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...
Page 10: Cleaning Tips
1 800-537-4129 page 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 appl...
Page 11: Troubleshooting
1 800-537-4129 page 10 troubleshooting symptom cause solution engine will not start unit does not reach high pressure. Output pressure varies high and low. No gasoline. Fill gas tank. Engine is not primed. Push primer ball three times. Low oil level. Add oil. Engine throttle is not in correct positi...
Page 12: Troubleshooting
1 800-537-4129 page 1 1 troubleshooting - continued if you encounter any additional difficulties not listed, please call our service center for help. Symptom cause solution no detergent. Garden hose connection leaks. Spray wand or spray extension wand leaks. Pump is noisy. Water leaks from pump (up ...