Model K 9000 G Part No. 1.187-105.

High Pressure Washer Operator Manual

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
Using the Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Working with Detergents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Shut Down and Clean-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Taking a Break . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Winterizing and Long-Term Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Cleaning Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
Optional Cleaning Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11

Specifications
Operating pressure 3000 PSI
Water volume 3.0 GPM
Engine 9.0 HP Honda

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 MODEL K 9000 G OVERVIEW
Item Description
1. Front Guard
2. Water inlet 11 10
3. High pressure outlet 12
4. Oil fill
5. On/Off Switch (not pictured)
6. Pull start (not pictured) 13
7. Fuel valve (not pictured)
8. Knob Assembly (two each): 9
Bolt
Knob
9. High pressure hose
14
10. Handle
11. Trigger gun safety lock
8
(not pictured)
12. Detergent filter 7
13. Trigger gun
14. Detergent suction tube 15 6
(not pictured) 5
15. Gas tank 16
16. Spray wand
4
17. Pressure control knob 17
18. Triple jet nozzle
1

18

3
1
2

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.

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 IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS – Read First!

Safety Warnings Water Supply

When using this product basic (Cold Water Only)
precautions should always be followed: • Water hose must be at least 3/4 inch in
• Read all the instructions before using the diameter.
product. • Flow rate of water supply must not fall
• FIRE HAZARD! Do not add fuel with the below 2.5 GPM (gallons per minute).
engine running. Do not operate if fuel has • Flow rate can be determined by running
been spilled. Instead move the machine the water for one minute into an empty
to a different location and avoid creating 5-gallon container.
sparks. • The water supply temperature must not
• Operate and fuel machine in a well venti- exceed 104°F/40°C.
lated area, free of devices featuring an • Never use the pressure washer to draw in
open pilot or flame such as boilers, water water contaminated with solvents, e.g.
heaters, etc. paint thinners, gasoline, oil, etc.
• High pressure jets can be dangerous • Always prevent debris from being drawn
if subject to misuse. The jet must not into the unit by using a clean water
be directed at persons, animals, electrical source.
devices, or the machine itself.
• Wear safety goggles. We strongly recommend that this high
• Do not use acids, solvents, or any other pressure washer not be left running for
flammable material in this product. These periods of 5 minutes or longer without
products can cause physical injuries to the trigger gun being engaged.
the operator and irreversible damage to This Kärcher high pressure washer is 2
the machine. equipped with thermal protection to
• The machine has hot surfaces which can extend the life of your pressure washer.
cause burns. Operate the unit in a safe The thermal protector will automatically
environment and away from children. activate at a predetermined high temper-
• Do not allow the high pressure hose to ature ejecting hot water before resetting.
come into contact with the muffler guard. This ensures that the pump does not
• Do not leave the machine running become damaged.
unattended.
• Learn how to stop the machine and
release pressure quickly. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls.
Caution
• Follow the maintenance instruc-
• Stay alert — watch what you are doing.
tions specified in the manual.
• Do not operate the product when fatigued
• This machine has been designed
or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. for use with cleaning detergent
• Do not stand on unstable surfaces. Stand supplied or recommended by the
with both feet balanced at all times. manufacturer. The use of other
• The Gun Safety Lock PREVENTS the cleaning detergents may affect the
trigger from accidentally being engaged. operation of the machine and void
This safety feature DOES NOT lock trigger the warranty.
in the on position.

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 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Tools required: adjustable pliers.

Step 1 Attach the handle to the frame of Step 2 Attach high pressure hose to
the pressure washer. Align holes, insert bolt, trigger gun.
and tighten with knob.

Step 3 Attach the triple jet nozzle to the Step 4 Attach the spray wand to the
spray wand. trigger gun.

Step 5 Check oil level. Oil level should be Step 6 Fill gas tank with unleaded
to the oil filler neck. Be sure the machine is gasoline. Do not use leaded gasoline.
level when checking the oil level. (Refer to the
engine’s operating manual for seasonal grades.) Important! Do not run the engine
with a high or low oil level as this can
cause engine damage. If you have fur-
ther questions regarding the engine,
please refer to the engine’s operating
manual included with the unit.

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 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1 Connect the high pressure hose Step 2 Connect garden hose to unit’s
to the unit’s high pressure outlet. water inlet.

Step 3 Connect garden Step 4 Trigger the gun Step 5

hose to the cold water to eliminate trapped air, Turn the engine on.
source and turn water on wait for a steady flow of
completely. water to emerge from the
spray nozzle.

Step 6 Slide the throttle control to the Step 7 Pull the starter handle. If the
fast position. Move the choke lever to the engine fails to start after 3 pulls squeeze
“CHOKE” position (only if the engine is cool). the trigger gun to release pressure, and
After starting, move the choke to “RUN”. repeat step 7.
Turn fuel valve on.

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 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - continued

Step 8 Adjust pressure control to

desired setting.

USING THE ACCESSORIES

The triple jet nozzle must be positioned to one of the two settings for high pressure cleaning
by turning the nozzle tip. The pencil jet spray (0º) should be used for stubborn dirt. The High
pressure flat spray (25º) should be used for cleaning over a large surface area. The third set-
ting on the triple jet nozzle is used for the application of detergents.

5
High pressure
pencil jet cleaning.

High pressure
fan spray cleaning.

Low Pressure detergent

application “CHEM” position.

WARNING TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY, NEVER POINT SPRAY NOZZLE AT

YOURSELF, OTHER PERSONS OR ANIMALS

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 WORKING WITH DETERGENT
Detergents can only be applied in the “CHEM” setting.

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-
Step 1 To apply detergents the triple jet ment and your pressure washer. Special
nozzle must be set to the “CHEM” position. 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 6

The following Karcher detergents are

available:
• Vehicle Wash • House Wash
• Degreaser • Deck Wash
Step 2 Fill a container with Karcher • All Purpose Cleaner
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
Step 3 With the engine running, pull will damage the surface being cleaned.
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.

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 SHUTTING DOWN & CLEAN-UP

Step 1 Remove Step 2 Step 3 Step 4

detergent suction tube Turn off the engine. Turn off the fuel Turn off the
from container and insert valve. water source.
into one gallon of fresh
water. Siphon water at low
pressure for one minute.

Step 5 Press Step 6 Disconnect the garden Step 7 Engage the

trigger to release water hose from the water inlet. Disconnect gun safety lock.
pressure. the high pressure hose from the high
pressure outlet.

TAKING A BREAK... five minutes or more

Step 1 Turn off the Step 2 Press trigger Step 3 Engage gun
engine. to release water pressure. safety lock.

WINTERIZING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE

1. Disconnect all water connections. 5. Store the machine and accessories in
2. Start the machine for a few seconds, a room which does not reach freezing
until the water which had remained in the temperatures. The machine should not be
pump exits. Turn off immediately. placed near an open flame i.e. furnace,
3. Drain the gas and oil from the engine. hot water heater etc.
4. Do not allow high pressure hose to Caution: Failure to follow the above direc-
become kinked. tions will result in damage to the pump
assembly and accessories.

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 CLEANING TIPS

Deck Cleaning Cement Patios,

(with or without detergent) Brick and Stone
Pre-rinse deck and surrounding area with (with or without detergent)
fresh water. If using Kärcher Deck Wash, Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water.
place detergent suction tube directly into If using Karcher All Purpose Cleaner, place
cleaning solution and apply to surface at detergent suction tube directly into cleaning
low pressure. For best results, limit your solution and apply to surface at low pres-
work area to smaller sections of approxi- sure. For best results, limit your work area
mately 25 square feet. Allow Kärcher Deck to smaller sections of approximately 25
Wash to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do square feet. Allow Kärcher All Purpose
not allow detergent to dry on surface. Rinse Cleaner to remain on surface 1-3 minutes.
at high pressure in a long sweeping motion Do not allow detergent to dry on surface.
keeping the spray nozzle approximately 6 Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping
inches from the cleaning surface. Always motion keeping the spray nozzle approxi-
clean from top to bottom and from left to mately 3-6 inches from the cleaning sur-
right. When moving on to a new section of face. Always clean from top to bottom and
the cleaning surface, be sure to overlap the from left to right.
previous section to eliminate stop marks
and ensure a more even cleaning result. Cars, Boats & Motorcycles
(with or without detergent)
House Siding Pre-rinse vehicle with fresh water. If using
(with or without detergent) Karcher Vehicle Wash, place detergent suc-
Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water. tion tube directly into cleaning solution and
If using Kärcher House Wash, place deter- apply to surface at low pressure. For best 8
gent suction tube directly into cleaning results, clean one side of vehicle at a time
solution and apply to surface at low pres- and always apply detergent from bottom to
sure (for best results, limit your work area top, do not allow detergent to dry on sur-
to sections of approximately 6 feet and face. Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping
always apply detergent from bottom to top). motion keeping the spray nozzle approxi-
Allow Karcher House Wash to remain on mately 8 inches from the cleaning surface
surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent (distance should increase when rinsing pin-
to dry on surface, if surface appears to be striping or other sensitive surfaces). Always
drying, simply wet down surface with fresh clean from top to bottom and from left to
water. Rinse at high pressure from top to right. For best results, wipe surface dry with
bottom in an even sweeping motion keep- a chamois or soft dry cloth.
ing the spray nozzle approximately 6 inches
from the cleaning surface.

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 CLEANING TIPS - continued

Barbecue Grills, Outdoor Recommendations

Power Equipment & • Before cleaning any surface an inconspic-
uous area should be cleaned to test spray
Gardening Tools
(with or without detergent) pattern and distance for maximum clean-
ing results.
Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water.
If using Kärcher All Purpose Cleaner or • If painted surfaces are pealing or chipping,
Degreaser, place detergent suction tube use extreme caution as pressure washer
directly into cleaning solution and apply may remove the loose paint from the
detergent at low pressure. Allow Kärcher surface.
detergent to remain on surface 1-3 minutes.
Do not allow detergent to dry on surface. Use extreme caution when cleaning decks,
Rinse at high pressure keeping the spray siding, and other sensitive surfaces as the
nozzle approximately 6 inches from the pencil jet may cause damage if not used
cleaning surface. For removing extremely correctly.
stubborn dirt, it may be necessary to move
the spray nozzle even closer to the surface
for greater dirt cutting action.

Patio & Lawn Furniture

(with or without detergent)
Pre-rinse furniture and surrounding area with
fresh water. If using Kärcher All Purpose
9 Cleaner, place detergent suction tube direct-
ly into cleaning solution and apply to surface
at low pressure. Allow Kärcher All Purpose
Cleaner to remain on surface 1-3 minutes.
Do not allow detergent to dry on surface.
Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping motion
keeping the spray nozzle approximately 6
inches from the cleaning surface. For best
results, clean from top to bottom and from
left to right.

OPTIONAL CLEANING ACCESSORIES

Optional cleaning accessories are available to further enhance your cleaning capabilities.
Call Kärcher customer service hotline (1-800-537-4129) for details.

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 TROUBLESHOOTING

Symptom Cause Solution

Engine will not No gasoline. Fill gas tank.

start
Low oil level. Add oil.

Choke is not in correct Slide choke lever to “CHOKE”

position. position.

Engine throttle is not in Position the throttle to “FAST”.

For additional correct position.
engine problems
refer to the engine Pressure built up in the Squeeze the trigger to release the
owners manual. high pressure washer. pressure.

Unit does not reach Diameter of garden hose is Replace with a 3/4 inch garden
high pressure. too small. hose.
Water supply is restricted. Check garden hose for kinks, leaks
and blockage.
Not enough inlet water supply. Open water source full force.

Water inlet filter is clogged. Remove filter and rinse out in warm
water. 10
Nozzle is in “CHEM” Turn nozzle to high pressure position.
position.

Output pressure Not enough inlet water supply. Turn water on full force. Check garden
varies high and low. hose for kinks, leaks or blockage.
Pump is sucking air. Check that hoses and fittings are air
tight. Turn off machine and purge
pump by squeezing trigger gun until
a steady flow of water emerges
through the nozzle.
Water inlet filter is clogged. Remove filter and rinse out in warm
water.
Discharge nozzle is Blow out or remove debris with a
obstructed. fine needle.
Calcified gun, hose or spray Run distilled vinegar through
wand. detergent suction tube.

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 TROUBLESHOOTING - continued

Symptom Cause Solution

No detergent. Detergent suction tube not Check connection.

properly connected to the
machine.

Detergent is too thick. Dilute detergent, for best results use

Kärcher detergent.
Filter on detergent suction Run warm water through filter to
tube is clogged. remove debris.

Damaged or clogged Remove obstruction or replace

detergent suction tube. detergent suction tube.
Spray nozzle is in high Turn spray nozzle tip to ”CHEM”
pressure position. position.
Discharge nozzle is Blow out or remove debris with a
obstructed. fine needle.

Garden hose Loose fitting. Tighten fittings.

connection leaks.
Missing/worn rubber washer. Insert new washer.

Triple jet nozzle or Nozzle or spray wand not Tighten connections

11 Spray wand leaks. properly attached.

Broken “o”-ring. Call Kärcher customer service

hotline and order “o”-ring.

Pump is noisy. Pump is sucking air. Check that hoses and fittings are air
tight. Turn off machine and purge
pump by squeezing trigger gun until
a steady flow of water emerges
through the nozzle.

Water leaks from Loose fittings. Check that all fittings are tight.
pump (up to 10
drops per minute Thermal protection device Thermal protection device will
is permissible). has been activated. automatically reset.

Water seals are damaged Call service center.

or worn.

Oil Drip. Oil seals are damaged or Call service center.

worn.

If you encounter any additional

difficulties not listed, please call
our service center for help.
Karcher Customer Support USA
1-800- 537-4129

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