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Page 2 - Model K 297 OVERVIEW

2 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. N e v e r N e v e r N e v e r N e v e r N e v e r operate pressure washe...

Page 3 - IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS –; Safety Warnings; WARNING; Extension Cords

3 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First! 2 Safety Warnings When using this product, basic precautionsshould 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 bedirected at persons, animals, electricaldev...

Page 4 - IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS –; continued; PRECAUTIONS; • Save these instructions!

4 Step 1 Inser t wheels into side holesat the bottom of the pressurewasher and snap into place. IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – continued PRECAUTIONS ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Step 2 Place the wheel carriageonto the mounting bracketson the sides of the washerand align the four holes.Snap into place. Step 3 Slid...

Page 5 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Step 2 Insert the spray wand of your choice. Pressin against the spring tension and twist intothe locked position. Step 1 Connect the high pressure hose to the highpressure outlet. Step 3 Connect the garden hose to the water inlet. Step 4 Connect garden hose to the cold wate...

Page 6 - Warning; USING THE ACCESSORIES

6 This nozzle features a steady powerful highpressure spray pattern, for general cleaning. This nozzle features a 0º pencil jet whichrotates 360º for maximum dirt cutting action,effectively increasing cleaning performanceup to 40%. This nozzle combines the cleaningperformance of a 0º pencil jet with...

Page 7 - WORKING WITH DETERGENTS; Caution

7 WORKING WITH DETERGENTS Step 1 Remove the High pressure nozzle. Note : No detergent in high-pressure mode Detergents can only be applied at low pressure. Step 3 Turn on the pressure washer. Pull trigger to operate unit: Liquid detergentis drawn into the unit and mixed with water.Apply detergent to...

Page 8 - WINTERIZING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE

8 Step 6 Disconnect the high pressurehose from the high pressureoutlet. Step 1 Engage the gunsafety lock. 1. Disconnect all water connections.2. Turn on the machine for a few seconds , until the water which had remained inthe pump exits. Turn off immediately. 3. Do not allow high pressure hose to be...

Page 9 - Deck Cleaning; House Siding; CLEANING TIPS; Cement Patios, Brick and Stone

9 Deck Cleaning (with or without detergent) Pre-rinse deck and surrounding area withfresh water. If using Kärcher Deck Wash, place detergent suction tube directly intocleaning solution and apply to surface atlow pressure. For best results, limit yourwork area to smaller sections ofapproximately 25 s...

Page 10 - Patio & Lawn Furniture; CLEANING TIPS –; Recommendations; OPTIONAL CLEANING; KÄRCHER 2 YEAR WARRANTY

10 Barbecue Grills, Outdoor PowerEquipment & Gardening Tools (with or without detergent) Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water.If using Kärcher Pressure Wash or Degreaser, place detergent suction tubedirectly into cleaning solution and applydetergent at low pressure. Allow Pressure Wash to...

Page 11 - TROUBLESHOOTING

11 TROUBLESHOOTING Disconnect the machine from the power source before making any repair. Symptom Motor will not start Unit does not reach highpressure. Output pressure varieshigh and low. Cause On/Off switch is in the “OFF” (O)position. Power cord is not plugged in. Extension cord is too long.Exten...

Page 12 - TROUBLESHOOTING –

12 If you encounter any additional difficulties not listed, please call our servicecenter at 1-800-465-4980 for help, or visit www.karcher.ca TROUBLESHOOTING – continued Solution Check connection. Dilute detergent. Run warm water through filter toremove debris. Remove obstruction or replacedetergent...