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Karcher K 205 M Plus Operator's Manual

Manual is about: Karcher Operator Manual High Pressure Washer

Summary of K 205 M Plus

  • Page 1

    Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3 assembly instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 2

    1 never! Model k 205 m plus - overview item description 1. Handle 2. Hose caddy 3. Power cord 4. Ground fault circuit interrupter (gfci) 5. High pressure hose 6. Trigger gun safety lock 7. Trigger gun 8. Detergent suction tube 9. Detergent filter 10. Spray wand extension 11. Dirtblaster ® wand 12. H...

  • Page 3

    2 important precautions – read first! Safety warnings when using this product, basic precau- tions should always be followed: • read all the instructions before using the product. • high pressure jets can be dangerous if subject to misuse. The jet must not be directed at persons, animals, electrical...

  • Page 4

    3 water supply (cold water only) • water hose must be at least 3/4 inch in diameter. • flow rate of water supply must not fall below 2.5 gpm (gallons per minute). • flow rate can be determined by running the water for one minute into an empty 5-gallon container. Important precautions – continued • t...

  • Page 5

    Operating instructions 4 step 1 connect the high pressure hose to the unit’s high pressure outlet. Step 2 insert the spray wand of your choice into the spray wand extension. Push in and turn clockwise to lock spray wand in place. Step 3 connect garden hose to unit’s water inlet. Step 4 connect garde...

  • Page 6

    Using the accessories 5 gfci instructions step 1 plug the ground fault circuit interrupter (gfci) into a working outlet. Step 2 press “test”, then press “reset” to assure proper connection to power. Note: the actual appearance of the gfci may be different from this illustration. This wand features a...

  • Page 7

    6 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. Caution never use: • bleach, chlorine products and other c...

  • Page 8

    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 water which had remained in the pump exits. Turn off immediately. 3. Do not allow high pressure hose to become kinked. 4. Store the machine and accessor...

  • Page 9

    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...

  • Page 10

    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 disconnect the machine from the power source before making any repair. Symptom cause solution motor will not start. Unit does not reach high pressure. Output pressure varies high and low. Extension cord is too long. Extension cord is not proper gauge. Extension cord is damaged. Re...

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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 suction tube is clogged. Run warm water through filt...