When I started looking for a pressure washer, I fully expected to buy one with an internal combustion engine. However, a friend of mine had a Karcher that he was happy with and let me borrow it. I was skeptical of using an electic device in a wet environment, but it worked well and I was sold. The features on this Karcher tick off all my requirements and I'm quite pleased with the purchase.
There were some delivery issues, however. The pressure washer I kept was the fourth one delivered to me. That's right, the fourth. The reason is that there was one thing or another wrong with the first three. One leaked from a hose connection point between the pump and the wand, one had badly mangled threads where the supply hose connected, and one leaked from within the unit. Judging from the condition of the delivery boxes, I believe the fault lies not with the Karcher manufacturing process but on the logistics and delivery end. Through it all, Karcher was excellent. The process for reporting the failure and getting another unit delivered was easy and they never changed me an additional dime for delivering the replacement units. While it was disappointing to experience these failures, and wait a couple of extra weeks to be able to use the pressure washer, Karcher's customer service was absolutely top notch!
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Kärcher K1800 Electric Pressure Washer
Kärcher: The Trusted Brand for Cleaning
Kärcher offers a wide range of Home and Garden cleaning products and is one of the most trusted brand for creating a healthy and cared for home. We are one of the leading brand for pressure washers worldwide and are also known for innovative products such as the Window Vac and wet/dry vacuums. Whatever the cleaning need, from small projects to large undertakings, Kärcher has the ideal solution.
Innovation, Value, Convenience
The K1800 electric pressure washer delivers excellent features to improve the way you clean. Integrated metal extrusions, oversized wheels and overall robust design allows you to take the product where you need to go. Key ease-of-use features include high cord wind, tall handle, bucket storage bin, space-saving rotating handle, removable detergent tank and an innovative on/off foot switch. Universal quick-connect wands and standard M22 hose connections simplify nozzle and accessory usage.
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On/Off Foot SwitchEasily turn on or off the K1800 by stepping on the foot pedal. Reduce back strain caused by frequently bending over. |
Extra StorageLarge removable storage bin can hold your accessories or personal items while you clean. Unique power cord storage offers excellent cord management. |
Rotating HandleSpace saving rotating handle folds down for convenient storage when your task is complete. |
Removable Detergent TankThe K1800 comes equipped with a 0.5 gallon detergent tank for easy detergent application. |
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| PSI | 1700 | 1700 | 1800 | 1900 | 2000 |
| TruPressure Certified PSI | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Motor Type | Universal | Universal | Universal | Induction | Induction |
| Detergent Tank | 0.3 Gallon | 0.5 Gallon | 0.5 Gallon | 1 Gallon | (2) - 0.5 Gallon |
| Spray Wand - Type | Plastic, Bayonet, QC | Plastic, Bayonet, QC | Plastic, Bayonet, QC | Steel, M22, QC | Steel, M22, QC |
| Included Nozzles | Turbo, 15°, Soap | Turbo, 15°, Soap | Turbo, 15°, Soap | Turbo, 15°, 40°, Soap | Turbo, 15°, 40°, Soap |
| Hose Storage | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket | Bucket | Pressurized Hose Reel |
| On/Off Foot Switch | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Folding Handle | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Backing | Three Year Limited | Three Year Limited | Three Year Limited | Three Year Limited | Three Year Limited |
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| Item Description | Hard surface cleaner uses high pressure water jets for deep cleaning | 50-ft. high pressure hose made from commercial-grade rubber, resists kinking. Made in USA | Water pressure-driven rotating brush gently removes stubborn dirt, grime and road film | Makes up to 5 gallons of ready to use detergent. Biodegradable. Made in USA | Makes up to 5 gallons of ready to use detergent. Biodegradable. Made in USA |
| Cleaning Application | Ideal for quickly cleaning large surfaces such as patios, decks, driveways, and terraces | Hose expands the working range of a pressure washer by 50 feet, enabling you to clean a larger area without repositioning the pressure washer | Ideal for use on cars, trucks, SUV's, RV's, boats, pools, patio furniture and more | Perfect for cleaning outdoor surfaces such as decks, driveways, sidewalks, stone, brick and more | Combine Kärcher's Vehicle Wash and Wax with your pressure washer to create the perfect car wash system |
| Fittings | 1/4" quick-connect | Includes adapters for quick-connect and M22 threaded connections | M22 and bayonet | ||
| Rating | 2000 PSI | 4000 PSI | 4000 PSI |
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This Item  Karcher K1800 1800 PSI 1.3 GPM Electric Power Pressure Washer with Turbo, 15°, & Soap Nozzles |  |  |  |  |  | |
| Price | Currently unavailable. | $349.99 | $159.00 | -21% $149.99 Typical: $189.99 | $197.23 | -15% $33.92 List: $39.99 |
| Delivery | — | Get it May 3 - 6 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 3 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 3 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 3 | Get it as soon as Friday, May 3 |
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| Sold By | — | ACTIVE Inc | fengrong tool | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
| maximum pressure | 1800 pounds per square inch | 1800 pounds per square inch | 4000 pounds per square inch | 2250 pounds per square inch | 2250 pounds per square inch | 2000 pounds per square inch |
| power source | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Corded Electric | Electric | Electric | manual |
| maximum flow rate | — | 2 gallons per minute | 2.5 gallons per minute | 1.2 gallons per minute | 1.2 gallons per minute | 1.3 gallons per minute |
| hose length | 25 feet | 20 feet | 25 feet | 20 feet | 20 feet | 8 meters |
| tank volume | 0.5 gallons | 2 gallons | — | 0.3 gallons | 1.2 gallons | 1.3 gallons |
| model number | 1.106-110.0 | SE01 | 301 | 1.106-201.0 | 1.106-200.0 | 8.755-848.0 |
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Works well for its class, but durability is an issue
I have had two of these for almost four years now. I have used them intermittently for car and lawnmower clean-up, as well as washing down concrete slabs in my garage, etc.. Nothing too demanding. I don't use them often, but they have both worked reasonably well for me. They are not very powerful, so cleaning bigger things or having to remove more caked-on clay soil, for instance, takes a bit longer. They came with a reasonable assortment of tips, and I have bought more since I purchased the machines.What I am disappointed about is the longevity of the lance/trigger assembly. It started leaking a bit last year, but I thought it was due to worn-out O rings. When I tried to use one machine today, I had water pouring out of the trigger itself to the point that there was so much pressure loss that the spray no longer removed mold from a deck I was trying to clean. When I swapped to the second one, the same thing happened.So, I took the lance apart to see what was going on under the cover plate. It turns out that both plastic pieces that accommodate the trigger mechanism were cracked and just gushed out when the machine was turned on, pressurizing them (see pictures). Both machines are kept in a garage with no chance of freezing. I have to assume that this is due to the aging of the material itself. I do not believe this should be happening after only four years of light use and always being stored inside without exposure to the elements.
