IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First!
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.
Water Supply
(Cold Water Only)
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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
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5-gallon
container.
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The water supply temperature must not
exceed 104°F/40°C.
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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.
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We strongly recommend that this high
pressure washer not be left running for
periods of 5 minutes or longer without
the trigger gun being engaged.
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Wear safety goggles.
Do not use acids, solvents, or any other
flammable material in this product. These
products can cause physical injuries to
the operator and irreversible 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.
This Kärcher high pressure washer is
equipped with thermal protection to
extend the life of your pressure washer.
The thermal protector will automatically
activate at a predetermined high temper-
ature ejecting hot water before resetting.
This ensures that the pump does not
become damaged.
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Caution
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Follow the maintenance instruc-
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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.
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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.
| Categories | Kärcher Pressure Washer Manuals, Pressure Washer Manuals |
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| Tags | Kärcher K 5000 G |
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| Language | English |
| Product Brand | Kärcher. Kärcher US Home and garden support phone: 1-800-537-4129 Kärcher international support: http://www.karcher.com/start/choose_your_language.htm, Pressure Washer |
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