Karcher G3200XH - Manual (Page 11)

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1: Disconnect all water connections.
2: Turn on the machine for a few seconds, until
the water which had remained in the pump
exits, turn off immediately.
3: Do not allow high pressure hose to become
kinked.
4: Store the machine and accessories in a
room which does not reach freezing tem-
peratures. DO NOT store near furnace or
other sources of heat as it may dry the pump
seals.
CAUTION
Failure to follow the above directions will result in
damage to the pump assembly and accessories
and will void the warranty.
Kärcher also recommends the regular practice of
using a pump protector like “Kärcher Pump
Guard” to prevent cold weather damage during
storage in the winter months.
Initial Use
All Kärcher pumps ship with oil already inside direct
from the factory. There is no need to add oil.
Pump Inspection
You should routinely make a visual inspection of
the pressure washer’s pump. If you notice oil leak-
ing around the pump seals, you should take the
pressure washer to a Kärcher-Authorized Service
Center for repair. (You can locate a service center
in your area online at: www.karcher-usa.com/
service).
Pump Maintenance
The pump on your Kärcher pressure washer does
not require maintenance. Any attempts to service
or alter the pump may damage your pressure
washer and void your product warranty.
Carry out maintenance tasks for the engine accord-
ing to the specifi cations provided in the operating
instructions provided by engine manufacturer.
(with or without detergent). Pre-rinse deck and
surrounding area with fresh water. If using Kärcher
Deck Wash, apply to surface at low pressure. For
best results, limit your work area to smaller sec-
tions of approximately 25 square feet. Allow Deck
Wash to remain on surface 1-3 minutes. Do not
allow detergent to dry on surface. Rinse at high
pressure in a long sweeping motion keeping the
spray nozzle approximately 3-6 inches from the
cleaning surface. Always clean from top to bottom
and from left to right. When moving on to a new
section of the cleaning surface, be sure to overlap
the previous section to eliminate stop marks and
ensure a more even cleaning result.
(with or without detergent). Pre-rinse cleaning
surface with fresh water. If using Kärcher Pres-
sure Wash, apply to surface at low pressure (for
best results, limit your work area to sections of
approximately 6 feet and always apply detergent
from bottom to top). Allow detergent to remain on
surface 1-3 minutes. Do not allow detergent to dry
on surface, if surface appears to be drying, simply
wet down surface with fresh water. If needed, use
special wash brush attachment (not included) to
remove stubborn dirt. Rinse at high pressure from
top to bottom in an even sweeping motion keeping
the spray nozzle approximately 6 inches from the
cleaning surface.
Kärcher pump
Engine
Deck Cleaning House Siding
WINTERIZING AND LONG-TERM STORAGE
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
CLEANING TIPS