Working with detergents – Karcher K 3.97 M User Manual

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For best results see Cleaning
Tips on pages 9 & 10 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
environment 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:

WORKING WITH DETERGENTS

In USA call:

1-800-537-4129

or visit our website:

www.karcher-usa.com

Step 1

Install the Wash brush or Quattro

nozzle.

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

Step 3

Turn on the pressure washer.

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.

Step 2

Fill a container with Kärcher

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

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.

The following Karcher detergents are
available:

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One Gallon ready to use
• Vehicle Wash
• Degreaser
• All Purpose Cleaner
• House Wash
• Deck Wash

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Detergent Concentrate Tablets
(10 Pack; makes 1 1/4 gallon RTU product)
• All Purpose
• Degreaser
• Deck and patio
• Windows and Siding
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