Kärcher G 3500 Plus User manual

G 3500 Plus
G3500 Plus
Petrol Pressure Washer
9.507-267.0

1. Spray Gun
2. Nozzles
3. Muffler
4. Air Filter
5. Throttle Lever
6. Choke Lever
7. Fuel Valve
8. Detergent Tank Cap
9. Detergent Tank
10. Petrol Tank Cap
11. Petrol Tank
12. Hand Cord
13. Engine Switch
14. Oil Dipstick
15. Pressure Hose
16. Detergent Suction Connection
17. Pump Outlet
18. Pump Inlet
19.Thermal Release Valve
20. Spark Plugs
21. Bypass Valve
22.Tap Adapter
23. Water Filter
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Machine Part List

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Engine Oil Type
SAE 10W-30
Model Number
9.507-267.0
Serial Number
Please read and
comply with these
original instruc-
tions prior to the
initial operation of your machine and
store them for later use or subsequent
owners.
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Using the Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Working with Detergents . . . . . . . . . . 15
Taking a Break
...five minutes or more . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Shutting Down &
Cleaning Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Winterizing & Long Term Storage . . . 16
Maintenance Instructions . . . . . . . . . 17
Cleaning Tips . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
G 3500 Plus
Max Pressure
3500 PSI
Rated Pressure
3000PSI
Water Volume
(minimum)
9.0 L/min
Engine
OHV
Fuel Type
Unleaded Petrol
Fuel Tank Size
3.0L
Indicates “an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.”
Indicates “a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or injury.”
Indicates “a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury or in
property damage incidents.
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PETROL PRESSURE WASHER OPERATOR MANUAL
Contents
Specifications
Hazard Levels

When using this product, basic
precautions should always be
followed, including the following:
● Read the operating instructions of the
engine manufacturer before start-up
and follow the safety instructions
carefully.
● Read all instructions before using
product.
● To reduce the risk of injury, close
supervision is necessary when the
product is used near children.
● Know how to stop the product and
bleed pressures quickly. Be
thoroughly familiar with the controls.
● Stay alert - watch what you are doing.
● Do not operate when fatigued or
under the influence of alcohol or
drugs.
● Keep operating area clear of all
persons.
● Do not overreach or stand on
unstable support. Keep good footing
and balance at all times.
● Wear safety goggles and ear
protection.
● Follow the maintenance instructions
specified in the manual.
● To avoid risks, all repairs and
replacement of spare parts should
only be carried out by Authorized
Karcher Service Agents.
● Tyre pressure should not exceed max.
25 psi.
Risk of injection or injury – Do not
direct discharge stream at persons.
● High pressure jets can be dangerous
if misused. The jet must not be
directed at persons, animals,
electrical devices, or the unit itself.
Do not spray electrical connec-
tions, electrical outlets or fixtures.
● Do not use acids, solvents, or any
alkaline or flammable material in this
product. These products can cause
physical injuries to the operator and
irreversible damage to the machine.
Gun kicks back – Hold with both
hands.
● The trigger gun safety lock prevents
the trigger from accidentally being
engaged. This safety feature must be
engaged when replacing nozzles or
not in use.
● The muffler in this machine is
extremely hot and dangerous. Extra
care must be taken not to cause
personal injury.
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Safety Instructions

Risk of asphyxiation – Use this
product only in a well ventilated
area. Running this product indoors
can result in death due to Carbon
Monoxide, a poisonous gas you
cannot see or smell. Only use
outdoors and far away from
windows, doors and openings or
vents.
● Operate and fuel machine in a well
ventilated area, free of devices
featuring an open pilot or flame such
as boilers, water heaters, etc.
Risk of fire/explosion – Do not add
fuel when the machine is operating
or still hot.
Risk of fire/explosion -Operate only
where open flame or torch is
permitted. Do not spray flammable
liquids.
● Do not operate if fuel has been
spilled. Instead, move machine to
different location and avoid creating
sparks.
● This machine has hot surfaces which
can cause burns. Operate in a safe
environment and away from children.
● Do not touch hot surfaces or allow
accessories to contact hot surfaces.
● Do not leave machine running unat-
tended.
● Avoid tipping machine on its side.
When connecting to water supply
mains, local regulations of your
municipal water company must be
observed. In some areas
connecting directly to public
drinking water supply may require
a back flow prevention device. This
is to ensure that there is no
feedback of chemicals into the
water supply. Use a water filter to
avoid potential damage from dirt in
the water supply.
● Garden hose must be at least 16mm
diameter with a minimum 7.5m hose
length.
● Flow rate of water supply must not
fall below 9.0 L/min.
● Flow rate can be determined by
running the water for one minute into
an empty 10-litre container.
● The water supply temperature must
not exceed 50°C.
● 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. Use additional water
filter.
● Do not operate pressure washer with-
out the water turned on.
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Water Supply
(Cold Water Only)

A - Main Frame
B - Gun Hook & Bolts
C -Spray Gun & Wand
D - Pressure Hose
E- Wheels
F-Tap Adapter and Water Filter
G-15” Surface Cleaner
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Assembly Instructions
Part List

H-Foam Cannon
I-Turbo Nozzle
Parts not shown:
1 - Manual
1 - Nozzle Cleaner
1 - Spark Plug Wrench
1 - One bottle of oil
1- One Oil funnel
1 - O-Ring Set
(2 for pressure hose, 1 for spray gun)
1. Install the wheels to the main frame
by pressing the spring loaded pin on
wheel axle, then insert wheel axle
into frame. Ensure that the spring pin
is fixed in position. Repeat for the
other wheel.
2. Pull out the latch, unfold the upper
frame to vertical angle. Then
insert the latch to lock the upper
frame.
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Assembling

3. Attach the handle and main frame
with bolts.
Engine shipped without oil in
crankcase. Before starting engine,
fill with oil. Do not over-fill. 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.
Check the engine oil level with the
engine stopped and in a level position.
1. Remove the filler cap/dipstick
and wipe it clean.
2. Insert and remove the dipstick
without screwing it into the filler
neck. Check the oil level shown
on the dipstick.
3. If the oil level is low, fill to the
edge of the oil filler hole with
the recommended oil.
Always use SAE 10W-30 oil.
Oil crankcase capacity: 0.6L.
4. Reposition the oil gauge dipstick and
tighten it by turning clockwise.
5. Engine oil should be changed after
the first 5 hours, then every 50 hours.
Failure to change engine oil will void
engine warranty.
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Preparation
Oil Level

Make sure there is enough fuel in
the fuel tank before operating. This
is a 4-cycle engine and does not
require a Petrol/oil mixture. There is
a separate reservoir for petrol and
a separate reservoir for oil.
1. If it is necessary to add fuel, first
make sure the engine is OFF, and
then remove the fuel cap by turning it
counter clockwise.
2. When refueling, make sure the fuel
filter is in place and keep in mind all
safety precautions.
3. Use clean unleaded petrol with a
minimum of 87 octane. DO NOT use
old petrol. DO NOT mix oil with petrol.
Fuel tank capacity: 3.0 Litre
The air filter should be checked
after prolonged storage, the
following steps should be done
when checking the air filter. It is
recommended to replace the air
filter once every spring.
1. Remove the wing nut from the air
cleaner cover, and remove the air
cleaner cover.
2. Remove the wing nut from the air
filter, and remove the filter.
3. Remove the foam filter from the
paper filter.
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Fuel Level
Air Filter