Can you use any detergent in a Karcher pressure washer?

Can you use any detergent in a Karcher pressure washer?

Any pressure washer safe detergent can be used with the detergent injector that comes with Karcher pressure washers. Pressure washer detergents will not spray in high-pressure because it would require the detergent to flow through the pump.

Is the Karcher K2 any good?

The Karcher K2 Compact Home Pressure Washer is well priced and very compact to store. Despite its small size, it performs just as well as some of the larger models tested. It scored well in our performance tests.

Can you refill Karcher detergent bottles?

Karcher’s latest machines have a plug and clean capability where a preloaded detergent bottle can be inserted into the machine. Other Karcher machines have an on-board solutions bottle on the back of the machine that needs to be refilled. This wash brush also enables to feed the detergent through.

Can you use normal detergent in a pressure washer?

Yes, you can use laundry detergent in a pressure washer as long as the detergent is completely dissolved, it is a downstream pressure washer, and you follow proper pressure washer maintenance practices.

Are Karcher fittings universal?

High pressure hose couplings from Kärcher are universal and connect all standard hose pipe series, helping you achieve the best results for your garden.

Do all pressure washers have the same fittings?

Gas pressure washers are more universal, making it easier to match various accessories and couplings to them. However, electric pressure washers will be mostly brand specific, meaning only specific accessories or parts from the same manufacturer will be compatible.

What kind of detergent do you use in a pressure washer?

Laundry detergent is stronger than dish soap and does a much better job. Use phosphate-free laundry detergent for an eco-friendly option. Many household multipurpose cleaners can be used with your pressure washer. Mix about 1 ounce of cleaner per 1 cup of water or about 2 cups per gallon.

What’s the difference between a Karcher K2 and K4?

The K4 offers 130 bar of pressure at its most powerful while the K2 offers 110 bar, both of which are respectable offerings. The K4 is rated as having a maximum flow rate of 420 while the K2 has a flow rate of 360 at its peak.

How long can you run a Karcher K2?

The K2 both early version and the new cheaper one will last probably only 50 hours max ! Thats intermittent use not continuous of course (Karcher support told me this when I asked about repairing first one when leaking oil).

What kind of soap do you put in a pressure washer?