Karcher G3200XH - Manual (Page 8)

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
Engine Shipped without oil. Before starting
engine, fi ll with oil. Do not over-fi ll. Do not run
the engine with a high or low oil level as this
can cause engine damage.
If you have further questions regarding the
engine, please refer to the engine manual
included with the unit.
STEP 1:
Check oil level. Oil level should always be
between the "FULL" and "ADD" marks on the
dipstick.
Be sure the machine is level when checking
the oil level. (Refer to the engines operating
manual for seasonal grades.).
We recommend that the oil be changed after
the fi rst 5 hours of use, then once every 50
hours.
STEP 2:
Fill gas tank with unleaded gasoline.
Do not use leaded gasoline.
Do not add oil to the gasoline.
STEP 3:
Pull back the spring loaded collar at the high
pressure outlet and insert the high pressure
hose.
WARNING
High pressure in quick connect area.
Risk of injury caused by improperly locked
high pressure hose.
■ Make sure you hear the "click" when inserting
the high pressure hose into the quick connec-
tion.
■ Pull the high pressure hose to make sure it is
seated properly before operating your unit.
STEP 4:
Connect garden hose to units`s water inlet.
STEP 5:
Connect garden hose to the cold water source
and turn water completely on.
Do not use hot water.
STEP 6:
Unlock the trigger gun safety lock. Trigger
the gun to eliminate trapped air, wait for a
steady fl ow of water to emerge from the spray
nozzle.
STEP 7:
Open fuel valve. Pull the choke rod to the ON
position (on a warm engine, leave the choke
rod in the OFF position).
STEP 8:
Move the engine stop switch to the ON posi-
tion.
For engine details see engine manual.
STEP 9:
Pull the starter handle. If the engine fails to
start after 3 pulls, squeeze the trigger gun to
release pressure, and repeat step.
After the engine warms up enough to run
smoothly move choke rod to OFF position.
Release the collar and push the high
pressure hose until the collar clicks .