Karcher K 280 M Operator's Manual

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Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3

Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Using the Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

GFCI Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .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

Specifications

Operating pressure

1400 PSI

Water volume

1.5 GPM

Voltage

120 V

Amp draw

14 AMPS

Model K 280 M

Part No. 1.189-205.0

High Pressure Washer Operator Manual

9.139-117

03/01

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Summary of K 280 M

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Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-3 assembly instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
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( 1 800-537-4129 pa g e 1 never! Model k 280 m overview never point nozzle at people or animals. Never drink alcohol or use drugs while operating this equipment. Never operate while standing in water. Never touch plug with wet hands. Never let electrical connections rest in water. Never operate pres...
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Safety warnings when using this product basic precautions 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 devices, or the machine itself. • to red...
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( 1 800-537-4129 pa g e 3 you will need a standard phillips head screw driver assembly instructions 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 runnin...
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When operating the machine be sure to unwind the hose completely from the hose reel. ( 1 800-537-4129 pa g e 4 operating instructions step 2 connect garden hose to unit’s water inlet. Step 4 connect garden hose to the cold water source and turn water on completely. Step 5 plug the power cord into th...
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This brush is ideal for removing stubborn dirt and stains from finished surfaces. Use with detergents only. ( 1 800-537-4129 pa g e 5 using the accessories the pressure washer has two fully automatic pressure settings, depending on the wand or nozzle installed. This wand features a 0º pencil jet whi...
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( 1 800-537-4129 pa g e 6 working with detergents karcher pressure washers operate at two pressures. The high pressure 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 pro...
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( 1 800-537-4129 pa g e 7 shutting down & clean-up winterizing and long-term storage 1. Disconnect all water connections. 2. Turn on 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. Stor...
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( 1 800-537-4129 pa g e 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 are...
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( 1 800-537-4129 pa g e 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 ...
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( 1 800-537-4129 pa g e 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 prop- er gauge. Exte...
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( 1 800-537-4129 pa g e 11 troubleshooting – continued symptom cause solution no detergent. Garden hose connection leaks. Pump is noisy. Water leaks from pump (up to 10 drops per minute is permissible). Oil drip. Detergent is too thick. Dilute detergent, for best results use kärcher detergent. Filte...