Wachsmuth & Krogmann QL-3100B manual

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    1,595 PSI Electric Pressure Washer Item#3686-05 Model # QL-3100B PLEASE READ AND SAVE ALL INSTRU CTIO NS TO ENSURE THE SAFE AND EFFECTIVE USE OF THIS TOOL.[...]

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    1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Index P. 1 Important Safety Instructio ns P. 2-3 General Safety Instructi ons P. 4-6 List of Main Parts P. 7-8 Tech. Specifications C ontents of Pack aging P. 9 Assemby P. 10-14 Operation P. 15-19 Maintenance P. 20 Trouble Shooting P. 21 Warranty Information P. 22 Warranty Card P. 23 Spare Part Order Form P. 24[...]

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    2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ AND S AVE THESE INSTRU CTIONS. Read c arefully before attempting to assemble, install , operate or maintain this product. Protect yours elf and other s by ob servin g all s afety information. Failure to c omply with instructions could result in pers onal injury and/or pr operty damage! Retain instructions[...]

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    3 18. Disconnect power plug from the outlet when not in use and prior to the detaching of the pressure hose. 19. Never tie knots or kinks the pressu re hose as damage can result. 20. Prior to starting the pressure washer in co ld weather, be sure ice has not formed in any part of the appliance. 21. The pressure washer should not be used in areas wh[...]

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    4 GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! Read, understan d and save all instruct ions. Failure to fol low all instructions listed belo w may result in electric sh ock , fire or serious personal injury. The warnings, caution s, and instruct ions discussed in this inst ruction manua l cann ot cover all possible conditions and situatio ns that may occur. It mu[...]

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    4. Store idle tools out of reach of c hildre n and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users . They should be kept away from work area. 5. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool s operatio n. If damaged, have the tool serviced before us[...]

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    6 WIRE SIZES Make sure the proper extension cord is used and is in good condition . T he use of any extension cord w ill cau se some loss of power. To keep th is t o a minimum and to prevent overheating and motor burnout, us e the table bel ow to determine the minimum wire size (A.W.G.) extension cord. EXTENSION CORD  Use only 3-wire extension c[...]

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    7 LIST OF MAIN PARTS PARTS DESCRIPTION 1. Motor Housing 2. Black Plastic Hooks 3. Handle 4. High Pressure Hose 5. Handle Frame 6. Gun Lance 7. Back Wheel 8. Soap Spray Bottle 9. Turbo Nozzle 10. Spray Nozzle 11. GFCI Power Plug 12. Power Cord FIG. 1 13. Rubber Feet 14. Rubber Foot Screws 15. 7/8” Black Screws 16. Wheel Clips 17. Wheel Covers 18. [...]

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    29. Gun Lance Connec ter 30. Pressure Washer Connector FIG. 5 31. Male High Pressure Connector 32. Soap Spray nozzle 33. Soap Spray Bottle FIG. 6 34. Over Load Switch 35. Power ON/OFF Switch 36. Water Inlet FIG. 7 8[...]

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    9 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: Model Number QL-3100B Rating Voltage 100-120v Frequency 60Hz Power 1500w Protection category IPX5 Working Pressure 1500 PSI Max. flow 1.58 gal./min Max. Water temp. 140°F Max. Pressure 1595 PSI Weight 40 Lbs CONTENTS OF PACKAGING a) Motor Housing with attached P ump b) 2 Black Plastic Hooks c) 1 Handle d) 1 High Pressur[...]

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    ASSEMBLY 1. Using a set of small pliers, att ach a wheel clip to one side of the wheel axle. FIG. 8 2. Tighten the wheel cl ip until you hear a snap. The click sound indicates that the wheel clip is secured. FIG. 9 3. From the opposite side of the wheel clip slide one of the back wheels onto the wheel axle. 4. Slide the wheel all the way to the end[...]

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    6. Slide the wheel axle into the pressure washer housing. (Note: If wheel axle does not slide easily try sliding wh eel axle through the other side of pressure washer housing or try greasing the axle.) FIG. 12 7. On the other side of the pressure washer housing pull the w heel axle all the way out. FIG. 13 8. Place the wheel on the axle that i s st[...]

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    10. Place wheel cover over wheel cap and push down to secure. FIG. 16 11. Insert rubber foot screw into rubber foot. FIG. 17 12. Screw rubber foot into pressure washer housing. Note: Only tighten unt il it feels snug. If over tighten ed the screw will cut through rubber . FIG. 18 13. Wiggle rubber foot to be sure that it is tightly secured. FIG. 19[...]

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    14. Place handle on top of motor housi ng. FIG. 20 15. Insert handle frame on the opposite side of handle. FIG. 21 16. Screw 2 x 7/8” black screws into lower pair of handle screw holes and secure. FIG. 22 17. Insert black plastic hook into slot on handle. FIG. 23 13[...]

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    18. Screw 2 x 7/8” black screws into holes on the black plastic hook and secure onto handle. FIG. 24 19. At the back of the motor housing attach the second black plastic hook to housing. Screw 2 x 7/8” black screws into holes on the black plastic hook and secure to motor housing. FIG. 25 20. Insert plastic strap into handle frame until it ridge[...]

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    OPERATION HIGH PRESSURE PIPE CONNECTION  Connect the nozzl e to the gun lance by screwing it t ogether. FIG. 28  Screw the gun lance co nnector into the gun lance. FIG. 29  Screw the pressure hose with connector into the high pressure outlet on the back of the pressure washer. FIG. 30 15[...]

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    CONNECTION OF THE WATER SUPPLY TO THE PRESSURE WASHER  Connect the water s upply to the water i nlet on the front o f the pressure i nlet.  Turn on water supply. FIG. 31 LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE TRIGGER ON THE GUN LANCE The trigger lock is meant to prevent the uni ntentional discharge of the spray gun. How to lock the trigger:  Pull the h[...]

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    How to turn on pressure was her:  Operate the pressure washer in vertical position only after connecting the wa ter supply to the water inlet and water suppl y has been turned on.  Switch power switch to ON.  Position the spray g un on the object to be cleaned.  NEVER SP RAY T O WARDS A PE RSON!  Direct the nozzle downwards.  Full[...]

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    2. TURBO NOZZLE - Sometimes referred to as a rota ry nozzle, is a very eff ect ive tool that can significantl y reduce cleaning time. The turbo nozzle combines the power of a narrow high impact stre am and the efficiency of a 25 degre e fan pattern. The turbo nozzle converts the na rrow high impact stream into a cone shaped pattern that cleans a la[...]

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    5. Screw soap spray bottle onto lance. FIG. 39 Spray bottle operation - When cleaning with the pressure washer, some cleaning tasks can be solved with wa ter alone, but for most tasks it is advantageous to use a detergent. A detergent ensures a quick soaking and allows high pressure water to penetrate and re move the dirt more effectively.  The [...]

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    MAINTENANCE CAUTION: Before undert aking any work on the appliance always turn power switch OFF and deta ch the plug fr om the power socket. Undertake only the maintena nce operations described in the user instructions. CLEANING A clogged and partially clogged nozzle can ca use a significant reduction of water coming out of the nozzle and cause the[...]

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    21 TROUBLE SHOOTING Trouble Possible Cause Solution Pressure drops or oscillations - Lack of water - Nozzle is dirty - Open the water tap - Clean the nozzle of possible debris with tip cleaner. The motor hums when switched on and fails to start - Main voltage too low - Gun not activated - Extension cord too small - Check the electrical connection -[...]

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    22 LIMITED WARRANTY Thank you for purchasing a top quality King Craft product. This Pressure Washer item #3686-05 was tes ted and meets our stringent quality standards. This product is warranted t o be free from manufact uring defects in original materials, includin g original parts, and workmansh ip until July 7 th , 2006 or 1 year with proof of p[...]

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    WARRANTY CARD Electric Pressure Washer, item # 3686-05, model #QL-3100B In case you find thi s product to be defective please send it within the warranty period to our service center. To avoid transport d amages please send the product in th e original packaging. In return you will receive your repaired item, a new product or a refund. T h i s p r [...]

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    ORDER FORM FOR REPLACEMENT GUN LANCE, PRESSURE HOSE, SPRAY NOZZLE, AND TURBO NOZZLE Price per Gun Lance (includes shipping and handling $ 17.00) Price per Pressure Hose (includes shipping and h andling $ 14.00) Price per Spray Nozzle (includes shipping and handling $ 10.00) Price per Turbo Nozzle (includes shipping and handling $ 10.00) Please send[...]