Karcher K 260 M User Manual - Working With Detergent

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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 

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.

Step 1

To Install soap nozzle simply

insert into the spray wand extension. Push

in and turn clockwise to lock into position.

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 & 9 for specific

information 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. Special 

formula won’t clog the suction tube filter 

and will protect the internal parts of the

pressure washer for a longer life. For

Karcher Detergents, check your retailer 

or call:

1-800-537-4129

The following Karcher detergents are

available:

• Vehicle Wash

• House Wash

• Degreaser

• Deck Wash

• All Purpose Cleaner