Karcher K 3000 G User Manual

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WORKING WITH DETERGENT

Karcher pressure washers operate at two pressures. The high pressure setting is used for
general cleaning, The low pressure setting is used for detergent application. Detergents can
only be applied at low pressure.

For best results see Cleaning
Tips on pages 8 & 9 for specific
information on how to clean
different surfaces.

Always Use Karcher
Detergents for Best Results.

Karcher biodegradable detergents are
specially formulated to protect the environ-
ment and your pressure washer. Special
formula won’t clog the suction tube filter
and will protect the internal parts of the
pressure washer for a longer life. For
Karcher Detergents, check your retailer
or call:

1-800-537-4129

The following Karcher detergents are
available:

• Vehicle Wash

• House Wash

• Degreaser

• Deck Wash

• All Purpose Cleaner

Step 1

To install the high/low wand

simply insert into spray wand extension.
Push in and turn clockwise to lock into
position. High/low wand must be set in the
low pressure position to apply detergent.

Step 2

Fill a container with Karcher

detergent. Place the filter end of detergent
suction tube into the container.

Step 3

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.

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.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS –

Continued

Section 2

WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS
INJURY, NEVER POINT SPRAY

NOZZLE AT YOURSELF, OTHER
PERSONS OR ANIMALS

Turn the wand nozzle clockwise to high, for
pressure cleaning. Turn counter clockwise
to low, to apply detergent.

This wand creates a steady, powerful fan
spray. This wand has two positions. The
high setting is used for pressure cleaning.
The low setting is used to apply detergents.

USING THE ACCESSORIES

High/low spray wand

High

Low

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