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Technical Details
- Water-cooled induction motor - for enhanced performance and longer life
- Plug & Clean detergent system - for quick detergent changes
- Quick Connect hose system - to eliminate kinking and reduce set up times
- Water inlet filter - to prevent dirt particles from damaging the pump
- N-Cor pump - light, quiet and corrosion resistant
Product Specifications
| Part Number : | 11801370 |
| Power Source: | Electric |
| Batteries Included?: | No |
| Batteries Required?: | No |
| Item Dimensions | |
| Weight: | 18.5 kilograms |
Product Description
Manufacturer's Description
Kärcher K3.550 T250
The K3.550 T250 is one of the most advanced consumer pressure washers ever. Combining power and energy efficiency, it is equipped with an innovative water-cooled induction motor for enhanced performance and longer life. This unit also includes the new detergent Plug & Clean system for quick and convenient detergent changeovers, and the Quick Connect release on both ends of the hose which eliminates kinks and reduces set up times. The compact construction offers maximum mobility when cleaning medium sized areas around the house, with accessory storage on the unit making attachments easy to reach and change. An impact-resistant recyclable plastic casing protects the unit from dirt and damage, whilst a safety valve prevents pressure overload. A pressure switch control switches the motor on and off when the ergonomically-designed trigger gun is pressed and released. The K 3.550 T250 is ideal for cleaning large vehicles, patios, decking, motorbikes, stone walls and barbecues.
Features
Included are the T250 T-racer surface cleaner which is ideal for faster, splash-free cleaning of large areas like patios and decking, a variable pressure spray lance which allows pressure control with a single turn, 1l of universal Plug & Clean detergent as well as the dirtblaster lance which provides up to 50% greater cleaning power than a standard high pressure lance.
Water-cooled induction motor
Water-cooled induction motors give enhanced performance and longer life whilst using less energy. Water cooling is a very efficient method of transferring heat away from the motor, and water-cooled motors provide high power output per unit of weight. K3-K5 models are up to 11% lighter than conventional machines with air-cooled motors, resulting in significantly better mobility. In comparison to air-cooled motors with the same capacity, they also save up to 5% energy as there is no need for the fan.
Quick Connect
The Quick Connect system eliminates hose kinking and thereby reduces set-up time. The high pressure hose can be connected to the trigger gun and machine, and can be released again at the touch of a button, making it quicker and easier to stow.
Plug & Clean detergent system
Using task-specific detergents whilst cleaning have been shown to improve the end result, and the Kärcher Plug & Clean system is a quick and easy way to effectively incorporate them with your pressure washer. With no separate tank required, simply plug your chosen detergent into the clearly visible, in-built chamber and allow the intuitive system to recognize when to feed cleaning fluids into the water flow for you. 
There are 6 Plug & Clean detergents available:
About Kärcher
Founded 75 years ago, Kärcher is a German family-owned company whose ambition is to constantly invent hi-tech solutions to simplify cleaning tasks for consumers and professionals alike.
For over 50 years Kärcher has perfected pressure washing while developing the brand as a global leader with its outstanding innovation. 82% of all products have been developed within the last 4 years providing the very best innovative cleaning solutions.
Kärcher provide the most reliable pressure washers on the market, and have been trusted to clean prestigious world heritage sites such as Mount Rushmore and the Space Needle in the USA, the Statue of Christ in Rio de Janeiro and closer to home, Nelson’s Column.
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Product Description
The new K3.550 forms part of Karcher's new, high performance X series range of home and garden pressure washers classed as 'the most advanced pressure washers ever'. Compact in design but not in performance, it is equipped with an innovative water cooled motor for enhanced performance and longer life. Combining power and energy efficiency, this unit also includes the new detergent plug and clean system for quick and convenient detergent changeovers and a quick connect release on both ends of the high pressure hose making it extremely easy to use.
Application
- Powerful pressure washer for regular use on moderate to heavily soiled surfaces
- Compact construction offers good mobility when cleaning medium sized areas around the house, patios, vehicles, barbecues, garden furniture and tools
- Ideal for use as a second machine
Features:
New water cooled motor for enhanced performance and longer life
New detergent plug and clean for quick and convenient detergent changeovers
Variable detergent regulator
New quick connect release on both ends of the high-pressure hose to easily fit onto the new style trigger gun and unit
Dirtblaster lance providing up to 50% greater cleaning power than a standard high pressure lance
A variable pressure spray lance which allows pressure control with a single turn of the lance
Universal cleaner filled detergent bottle
Accessory storage on the unit
Fine mesh water filter prevents dirt particles from damaging the pump
High pressure hose with protective rubber sleeve
Impact resistant cover
Automatic motor stop
Mobile function
Pressure (bar/MPa): Max. 120 / max. 12
Water flow rate max: 420 Litre per Hour
Weight without accessories: 12.6kg
Dimensions (L x W x H mm) 300 x 325 x 876
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Clearly improved,
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This review is from: Kärcher K3.550 T250 Pressure Washer (DIY & Tools)
Bought this to replace an older Karcher that had died.This new one is more powerful and has a very smooth delivery. Cleaned the patio in half the time from the previous model. Detergent dispenser is much improved and actually worked. Only time will tell if the water cooling lengthens the life of the motor.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Works a treat!,
This review is from: Kärcher K3.550 T250 Pressure Washer (DIY & Tools)
A few years ago we had one of thse pressure-washers (Alto) and although we were pleased with that one we found this to be easier to handle. It did all the cleaning of patio and paths very well. After having checked other machines over the last six months my husband and I are more than pleased with this Karcher. As for assembly we had very little trouble and got there in the end!
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
Karcher 3.550 pressure washer with T250 surface cleaner,
By Nikko (South Coast UK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Kärcher K3.550 T250 Pressure Washer (DIY & Tools)
Bought this to replace a failed Kew (now Nilfisk-Alto) Dynamic X-tra, so performance is compared with that. One major fault in the design of the Kew was the use of painted steel self-tapping screws to hold various components together, mainly screwed into plastic. After a year these started to rust, splitting the plastic they were screwed into and resulting in major parts (like the main nozzle assy.) falling apart, followed by the main housing! This made me avoid Nilfisk Alto, in case they use the same methods as Kew. The Kew HP hose was 10 metres long and meant the washer and mains extension reel could be parked well clear of the wet area for most tasks, an excellent facility. However, the hose was crimp-clipped onto the pump assembly inside the housing, so when the hose was damaged (caught on the edge of a flint) a major repair cost was incurred.It has so far not proved possible to confirm what the screws in the Karcher are made from so only time will tell. On the positive side, the Karcher has a removable HP hose. However, it is of very limited length which means moving the washer and mains extension lead around when doing the car and patio, and water does splash onto both, so it's doubly important to use an RCD. Extension hoses are available but at extortionate prices for what they are. The Kew came with a useless rotating car brush but also with a very useful under-chassis angled extension rod - very good at getting mud and salt away from under the car and wheel arches. Will really miss this. The Kew's car detergent system produced a dense foam over the car with about a half cupful of their solution - the Karcher uses loads of their solution and results in just slightly bubbly water. The water pressure washing nozzles of both cleaners have proved similar. The Karcher T250 rotating patio and wall cleaner is excellent - cleans well without being too harsh. If you go at paving slabs with a strong jet you'll start destroying the surface. The T250 seems just about right. UPDATE on Karcher reliability after 6 months ownership: After about 3 months I noticed a small puddle developing under the washer after it had been in use for 30-40 minutes, but Karcher say "slight leakage is normal" in the manual. This was getting bigger at each subsequent use. By 6 months a significant, constant stream of several litres was flowing from somewhere inside, source not visible from outside. Contacted Amazon, who agreed immediately to replace the whole kit. Excellent Amazon service - the replacement arrived within 2 days and the faulty unit was collected by their carrier the following working day. Will keep this updaed if any reason arises.
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