Karcher K 2200 IB manual Using The Accessories, Working With Detergent, Vario spray wand

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USING THE ACCESSORIES

Vario spray wand

The Vario spray wand allows you to adjust the cleaning pressure. To clean at maximum pres- sure, the Vario wand must be positioned to the high pressure setting (+). To apply detergent, the wand must be positioned to the low pressure setting (-).

WORKING WITH DETERGENT

Detergents can only be applied at low pressure (-).

For high pressure turn wand collar in the plus

(+) direction.

For low pressure turn wand collar in the minus (-) direction.

	Warning
5
	TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY,
	NEVER POINT SPRAY NOZZLE AT
	YOURSELF, OTHER PERSONS
	OR ANIMALS

Step 1 Install the Vario spray wand and set the Vario spray wand to the low pressure setting (-) by turning the wand collar. The wand must be set in the low pressure

(-) position to apply detergents.

Step 2 Adjust the filter end of the detergent tube for light (-), or maximum (+) detergent coverage.

Step 3 Fill a container with Kärcher detergent. Place the filter end of detergent suction tube into the container.

Step 4 With the engine running, 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 Kärcher

Detergents for Best Results.

Kärcher biodegradable detergents are specially formulated to protect the environment and your pressure washer.

The special formula won’t clog the suction	6
tube filter and will protect the internal
parts of the pressure washer for a longer
life. For Kärcher Detergents, check your
retailer or call:

USA: 1-800-537-4129 www.karcher-usa.com

CAN: 1-800-465-4980 www.karcher.ca

The following Kärcher detergents are available:

• Vehicle Wash	• House Wash
• Degreaser	• Deck Wash
• All Purpose Cleaner

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.