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Water Cooled Induction Motor •Greatly reduces heat generated by pump & motor, extending life •Motor noise is reduced up to 50% so you can work more comfortably
N-Cor Swash Plate Transfer System Pump •Lightweight & strong patented N-Cor polymer resists corrosion •Out performs & lasts longer than previous pumps •Pump design results in a quieter pump
Integrated Hose Reel •Keeps reel tidy during storage; balanced by stability foot on unit
Vario Spray Wand & Dirt Blaster Turbo Nozzle Included •Vario Spray twists for pencil point to wide spray pattern •Dirt Blaster agitator stream cleans deep into nooks & crannies
On-Board Detergent Tank •Front-mounted dosage knob sets the detergent strength
25 Feet Of High Pressure Hose •Lets you work in a wide area without moving the unit
35 Foot GFCI Power Cord •Plenty of reach for a wide variety of cleaning tasks
7.7" High-Impact Wheels •Make the unit easy to transport & store
Q: Do you know if Karcher will be bringing the K5 Premium Full Control to the USA any time soon? by Shaun from Massachusetts on July 06, 2016
A: That's a nice set-up! I checked with our contact at Karcher, and he wasn't able to get me any details about the Full Control package coming to the US at this time.
New product lines are usually introduced around February for the Spring cleaning season- I'll keep an eye out for them. by Brian, Product Expert
Q: What's the difference between K5 Premium and K5.740? They are both the same price. Which one would you recommend? by Alona from California on May 08, 2016
A: The Karcher K5Priemium is the new model this year. The unit has a large foot on the front of it to prevent it from tipping over. That was the only changes they made. In my opinion, Karcher makes some of the best consumer grade electric in the industry and I would not hesitate to recommend it. Also, the K5Premium has a 2 year warranty instead of a 1 year warranty on the K5.740 unit, by Brian, Product Expert
Q: Hi Mike, what is the difference between the Karcher K5 Premium and K5 740? They look similar. Thank you by Bob Ancharski from Pennsylvania on April 24, 2016
A: Bob,
The Karcher K5Priemium is the new model this year. The unit has a large foot on the front of it to prevent it from tipping over. That was the only changes they made. In my opinion, Karcher makes some of the best consumer grade electric in the industry and I would not hesitate to recommend it. Also, the K5Premium has a 2 year warranty instead of a 1 year warranty on the K5.740 unit, by Brian, Product Expert
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Glenn D. Sautee, GA
Purchased 9/12/16
Most Helpful Positive Review
REVIEWED
OCT.
05
2016
Good Product - Good Execution
This product was easy to assemble and works well. If I were the designer I would have improved the cord storage (added another crank or at least a place to spool the cord). The cord must be manually would into a loop and then it hangs on the side of the washer. That is not a big deal except that it wants to kink while winding.
The wand hose has a spool to wind it. With all considered it is as good as it can be with the light weight of the washer.
Performance is excellent. When there is back pressure (stop spraying) the pump shuts off and restarts when spraying is restarted.
This product was easy to assemble and works well. If I were the designer I would have improved the cord storage (added another crank or at least a place to spool the cord). The cord must be manually would into a loop and then it hangs on the side of the washer. That is not a big deal except that it wants to kink while winding.
The wand hose has a spool to wind it. With all considered it is as good as it can be with the light weight of the washer.
Bad electrical parts. The first on just would not turn on after about 5 hours of run time. I threw it away. I figured it was a fluke. The second one would. It turn off when you let go of the pistol grip and sprays at half of normal pressure. So much for German quality and the fancy pump.
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Peter,
I checked our files, and I didn't see where you purchased your units from us... but if you bought them from an authorized retailer both of those pressure washers came with a 2 year Factory Warranty from Karcher, there was no need to throw your money away.
A simple call to Karcher at (800) 537-4129 would have gotten you a replacement as part of their Rapid Return program, provided of course that the problem was a defect in Karcher's materials or workmanship, and not misuse or abuse.
Page 9 of the Owner's Manual tells you the motor starts only if the trigger of the spray gun is pulled, and shuts off when the trigger is released- it's supposed to do that. If you had the spray nozzle rotated to the Soap Mix position (Page 10 in the Owner's Manual) it would spray at a lower pressure because it opens the siphon in the detergent tank.
As long as your second unit was purchased from an authorized Karcher retailer, it is also covered by the 2 year, consumer use Factory Warranty.
Could not believe how BAD it leaked at the hose connection for being new. I know Karcher is aware and has done nothing about it. Purchased new hook ups costing about 12.00 and it still leaked at point it connects to unit
Pros:set up was easy
Cons:leaks
Product Expert
Russ,
It sounds like you are talking about where your garden hose connects to the pressure washer. If so, you may want to add a wrap or two (no more) of teflon pipe tape (at hardware and grocery stores for under a dollar) to the male threads. This should reduce any leaks that sneak by the new connectors you added.
I had thought the water hose coupling would be brass--it's plastic. Minor thing.
Cleaned a large tile patio that was filthy with Texas Gulf Coast gumbo dirt, and had fun doing it! Only complaint so far is the awkwardness of storing the electric cord.
Pros:Easy To Use, Easy To Store, High Quality, Price
George Recommends This Karcher Product
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George,
You can probably find a brass garden hose quick connect kit at your local hardware store or garden center. If not, we have brass Garden Hose Adaptors too.
When I called the 800 number provided was rerouted again and again. Finally the last guy said you need to call this number and proceeded to give me number I called!!
Told to take it to a location to be checked where they wanted to charge me $40 for checking the brand new pressure washer. No satisfaction, just a big run around. They couldn't be too well made as one person at the 800 number was going to send a new washer out and didn't want the one back they had just sent. Never again!
Cons:Low Quality, Difficult To Use, Unreliable, Expensive
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Nancy,
I am so sorry you had such a hard time with your Karcher pressure washer! The notes on your file say that "it just wavers, it doesn't work", and that Karcher told you to reset it- which sounds like they wanted you to push the button on the GFCI (the boxy plug that goes into the outlet and protects you from electric shocks).
I also see from your file that we initially gave you the repair information meant for Karcher's gas units, not the electric ones- and again, I offer my apologies. Small electric units are no longer repaired; they are part of Karcher's Rapid Exchange program where Karcher swaps them out as quickly as possible. The quality of the units is excellent- it's local small electric appliance repair that is a disappearing skill.
Since you had been through so much already our Post Sales team emailed you yesterday asking you to peel off the label and send it to us with your RMA number so we can credit your account. This is much easier and more cost-effective than returning the entire unit, and will allow us to keep our books straight. If you need us to re-send the information please feel free to email us at 'service@pressurewashersdirect.com'.
The good news is we installed an improved phone system on 10/25 that should eliminate long waits and help us take care of customers quickly. We appreciate your business, and will process your refund as soon as we receive the RMA and label.
Quality seemed good. Easy to assemble - directions were fairly clear and all the parts were in the box. Assembly took about 30 minutes.
Only two quality concerns: the plastic hose connector parts (really should be brass) and the plastic hose reel. Maybe these will hold up but they seem really flimsy. It is fairly quiet.
My major complaint is lack of power. I have an older Husky 1750 and when I ran the Karcher from the same water source as the Husky, power was noticeably less. If the Husky really runs at 1750, the Karcher is probably closer to 1500. For $300, I expected more.
It is not worth returning but buyers should not expect a high power machine.
Quality seemed good. Easy to assemble - directions were fairly clear and all the parts were in the box. Assembly took about 30 minutes.
Only two quality concerns: the plastic hose connector parts (really should be brass) and the plastic hose reel. Maybe these will hold up but they seem really flimsy. It is fairly quiet.
My major complaint is lack of power. I have an older Husky 1750 and when I ran the Karcher from the same water source as the Husky, power was noticeably less. If... more
Pros:Easy To Use, Quiet
Cons:Expensive, Limited power
Tom Recommends This Karcher Product
Product Expert
Tom,
You should be getting a very strong water stream from your Karcher as long as you have the Vario Spray Wand turned all the way up towards the "Max" setting as shown on Page 10 in your Owner's Manual.
The Owner's Manual Troubleshooting Guide also suggests making sure the garden hose is 5/8" in diameter or larger, and checking to make sure the inlet filter isn't clogged.
If none of these suggestions help, they you may want to contact the folks at Karcher at (800) 537-4129 to see about Warranty replacement. Please have the serial number of your unit handy if you call Karcher- they will ask for it.
Bought this for my wife. She worked for an hour on the drive. I borrowed the neighbor's 3000 psi machine and finished the whole drive in half the time. It is good for her in that it will not remove skin if miss-directed and it takes less energy to use.
Pros:Easy To Use, Easy To Store, Light Weight
Cons:Not enough to remove difficult stains
Paul Recommends This Karcher Product
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Melvin P. Swartz Creek, MI
Purchased 5/14/17
REVIEWED
JUN.
06
2017
Works Very Well
Pressure washer works very well, Although there is a slight water leak around the plastic fitting used to attach graden hose. So far very pleased with unit.
Pros:Easy To Use, Quiet, Easy To Store, Light Weight
Melvin Recommends This Karcher Product
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Melvin,
You may want to check and make sure the gasket inside your garden hose is a new one, so it can make a tight seal. A wrap or two of teflon pipe tape around the connection threads may also help.
I use this to augment my gas pressure washer for lighter duty chores around the house like cleaning windows and window screens, washing and waxing the car, and even power washing my fiberglass shower stall.
Not powerful enough, for me, to do the deck and driveway, as it would take much too long -- but for touch-ups after cleaning with the gas pressure washer this one does the trick.
All in all, a very nice addition in my arsenal to vanquish the chaos of dirt and grime that creeps its way around the house and environs.
High quality -- better than a previous cheapo electric pressure washer I used to own.
Comes in very handy.
I use this to augment my gas pressure washer for lighter duty chores around the house like cleaning windows and window screens, washing and waxing the car, and even power washing my fiberglass shower stall.
Not powerful enough, for me, to do the deck and driveway, as it would take much too long -- but for touch-ups after cleaning with the gas pressure washer this one does the trick.
All in all, a very nice addition in my arsenal to vanquish the chaos of dirt and grime that creeps its way... more
Pros:Easy To Use, Quiet, Easy To Store, High Quality
Peter Recommends This Karcher Product
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