Karcher K205 M Plus - Manuals

Page 2 - Model K 205 M Plus - OVERVIEW

1 NEVER! Model K 205 M Plus - OVERVIEW Item Description 1. Handle2. Hose caddy3. Power cord4. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)5. High pressure hose6. Trigger gun safety lock7. Trigger gun8. Detergent suction tube9. Detergent filter 10. Spray wand extension11. Dirtblaster ® wand 12. High/low s...

Page 3 - IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First!; Safety Warnings; Extension Cords; Caution

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 de...

Page 4 - IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS –; continued; ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

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 empty5-gallon container. IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – continued • Th...

Page 5 - OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS; Step 4

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 clockwiseto lock spray wand in place. Step 3 Connect garden hose to unit’s water inlet. Step 4 Connect garden...

Page 6 - WARNING

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 properconnection to power. Note:The actualappearanceof the GFCImay bedifferent fromthisillustration. This wand features a 0º penci...

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6 WORKING WITH DETERGENT Karcher Pressure washers operate at two pressures. The high pressure setting is used forcleaning, you cannot apply detergents when working at high pressure. To apply detergents youmust be operating at low pressure. Caution Never use: • Bleach, Chlorine products and other cor...

Page 8 - WINTERIZING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE; Step 2

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 acces...

Page 9 - CLEANING TIPS; Deck Cleaning

8 CLEANING TIPS 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 at lowpressure. For best results, limit your workarea to smaller sections of appr...

Page 10 - – continued; Patio & Lawn Furniture; OPTIONAL CLEANING ACCESSORIES

9 CLEANING TIPS – continued Barbecue Grills, Outdoor PowerEquipment & Gardening Tools (with or without detergent) Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. Ifusing Kärcher All Purpose Cleaner orDegreaser, place detergent suction tubedirectly into cleaning solution and applydetergent at low pr...

Page 11 - TROUBLESHOOTING; Motor will not start.

10 TROUBLESHOOTING Disconnect the machine from the power source before making any repair. Symptom Cause Solution Motor will not start. Unit does not reachhigh pressure. Output pressurevaries high andlow. Extension cord is too long.Extension cord is notproper gauge. Extensioncord is damaged. Replace ...