Karcher K 2200 IB manual Model K 1800 IB/2200 IB Overview, Important Precautions Read First, Never

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MODEL K 1800 IB/2200 IB OVERVIEW

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First!

NOTE: Engines controls shown may appear different.

Item	Description
1.	Water inlet	9	8
2.	Detergent suction tube		7	6
3.	Oil fill cap	14

4.Knob Assembly (two each): Hex Head Screw

Serrated Washer Knob	5
	10
5. High pressure hose

6.Detergent Filter

7.Handle

8.	Trigger gun safety lock	11
9.	Trigger gun
10.	Pull start
11.	Gas tank
12.	Vario spray wand	3
13.	High pressure outlet
	(not pictured)	4
14.	Accessory rack
15.	Manual
16.	4 screws for accessory
	rack (not pictured)
1	12

2

13

15

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NEVER!

Never point nozzle at people or animals.

Never drink alcohol or use drugs while operating this equipment.

Never spray electrical connections, electrical outlets or fixtures.

Never add fuel with the engine running or operate where fuel has been spilled.

Never touch hot surfaces or allow accessories to contact hot surfaces.

Never operate in an enclosed space, exhaust fumes are dangerous.

Never operate near utilities with open flames.

Never operate without the water turned on and never use hot water.

Safety Warnings

When using this product basic precautions should always be followed:

•Read all the instructions before using the product.

•FIRE HAZARD! Do not add fuel with the engine running. Do not operate if fuel has been spilled. Instead move the machine to a different location and avoid creating sparks.

•Operate and fuel machine in a well venti- lated area, free of devices featuring an open pilot or flame such as boilers, water heaters, etc.

•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.

•Wear safety goggles.

• Do not use acids, sol- vents, or any other flam- mable material in this

product. These products can cause phys- ical injuries to the operator and irre- versible damage to the machine.

•The machine has hot surfaces which can cause burns. Operate the unit in a safe environment and away from children.

•Do not allow the high pressure hose to come into contact with the muffler guard.

•Do not leave the machine running unattended.

•Learn how to stop the machine and release pressure quickly. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.

•Stay alert — watch what you are doing.

•Do not operate the product when fatigued or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

•Do not stand on unstable surfaces. Stand with both feet balanced at all times.

•The Gun Safety Lock PREVENTS the trigger from accidentally being engaged. This safety feature DOES NOT lock trigger in the “ON” position.

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.

•The water supply temperature must not exceed 104°F/40°C.

•Never use the pressure washer to draw in water contaminated with solvents, e.g. paint thinners, gasoline, oil, etc.

•Always prevent debris from being drawn into the unit by using a clean water source.

We strongly recommend that this high pres-
sure washer not be left running for periods
of 5 minutes or longer without the trigger
gun being engaged.
This Kärcher high pressure washer is
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equipped with thermal protection to extend
the life of your pressure washer. The thermal
protector will automatically activate at a pre-
determined high temperature ejecting hot
water before resetting. This ensures that the
pump does not become damaged.

Caution

•Follow the maintenance instruc- tions specified in the manual.

•This machine has been designed for use with cleaning detergent supplied or recommended by the manufacturer. The use of other cleaning detergents may affect the operation of the machine and void the warranty.