The Kärcher K3 Follow Me is an electric pressure washer offering a maximum water pressure of 1800 PSI and flow of 1.3 GPM. (Read full specs)
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Features and Specifications
| Fuel | Electric |
|---|---|
| Handling | Portable |
| Water | Cold (104°F max.) |
| PSI | 1800 |
| GPM | 1.3 |
| Cleaning Units | 2340 |
| Motor | 13 amp, universal |
| Pump | N-COR Axial |
| Other model numbers | 1.601-990.0 |
| Frame | Plastic |
|---|---|
| Soap injection | Yes |
| Soap tank | 0.3 gal, removable |
| Soap dilution | No |
| Nozzles | N/A |
| Onboard storage | Yes |
| Hose | 15 ft |
| Hose storage | Hooks |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | Approx. 21.7 x 12 x 12.8 in |
|---|---|
| Weight | 21.2 lbs |
| Wheels | 4 wheels, ⌀5.5", solid |
| Included accessories | VPS wand, spray gun, high pressure hose, dirt blaster, 35 ft GFCI power cord |
| Security | Trigger lock |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| UPC | 886622000310 |
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Description
Zoom on the Kärcher K3 Follow Me
The Kärcher K3 Follow Me, a light duty pressure washer, gives its user an all-around versatile cleaning experience, topped off by the following features:
- spot cleaning of hard, unpainted surfaces, reaching high areas, and removing stubborn stains
- gentle cleaning of delicate surfaces, and low pressure cleaning of larger areas
- utilizing cleaning solutions, and rinsing surfaces clean
Ahead are presented its power characteristics and design, its main features and any other additional features.
Power
The Kärcher K3 Follow Me
The Kärcher K3 Follow Me's axial pump, powered by a 13-amp universal motor, can provide a pressure of up to 1800 PSI (approximately 30 times more than a standard garden hose) and a flow of up to 1.3 GPM (CETA-certified values). Thus, the Kärcher K3 Follow Me achieves a cleaning power of 2340 Cleaning Units.
With its electric design, the K3 Follow Me starts up effortlessly with a quick press of an ON/OFF switch, ensuring ease of use. The unit is ready-to-use with peace of mind, thanks to the included 35 ft GFCI cord.
Design & Handling
With a portable design and approximate dimensions of L21.7 x W12 x H12.8 in, the Kärcher K3 Follow Me stands out for its focus on mobility. The handle adds to the K3 Follow Me convenience of transport. The handle is securely embedded within the frame, ensuring reliable durability and preventing any potential separation.
With its featherlight weight of 21.2 lbs, this unit offers unparalleled ease of transport and handling. This is, in part, thanks to its plastic frame, which allows it to remain as lightweight as possible. Enhancing its already lightweight design, the unit boasts four 5.5" solid wheels, making transportation effortless.
Main Features
The Kärcher K3 Follow Me
The Kärcher K3 Follow Me comes with a spray gun, a wand, a pressure hose and a detergent injection feature, which are detailed below.
- Soap injection: A safe detergent storage is facilitated by a removable 0.3 gal tank. However, since the Kärcher K3 Follow Me does not feature a soap dilution mechanism, you'll have to make sure your detergent is correctly diluted before use. Detergent is automatically dispensed when the VPS wand is in low pressure mode.
- Pressure hose: When not in use, the unit allows for tidy storage of the included 15 ft high-pressure hose using a set of convenient hooks, ensuring convenient organization.
- Spray gun and wand: A set of notches allows for an easy storage of the included classic ergonomic spray gun and its VPS wand. The Vario Power Spray (VPS) wand allows you to conveniently switch from low to high pressure, and everything between, while you clean. Simply twist the end for infinitely variable pressure adjustment.
Other Features
Some of the included accessories
- Safety: Safety of operation is enhanced by a trigger lock mechanism (which prevents accidental operation).
- Accessories: The Kärcher K3 Follow Me comes with an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) and some basic documentation to get you quickly started. On top of that, you also get spray gun, power cord, DirtBlaster turbo spray wand (which is especially useful on stubborn dirt), wand and pressure hose.
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The Kärcher K3 Follow Me's performance versus other pressure washers
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how the key specs of the Kärcher K3 Follow Me compare to similarly priced pressure washers.
- The Kärcher K3 Follow Me, a device which can produce up to 1800 PSI, is on the lower end of the pressure spectrum, among the electric pressure washers in the $120-150 price range. If you're seeking the strongest water stream, look no further than the Westinghouse ePX3100, which delivers an impressive 2300 PSI.
- In the aforementioned price range, this washer, with 1.3 GPM (gallons per minute), is placed on the lower end of the GPM scale. If you’re after the highest rinsing efficiency, one of the units with the highest water flow in the current price range is the Westinghouse ePX3100, that can deliver up to 1.76 GPM.
- The K3 Follow Me, with its 2340 Cleaning Units (PSI X GPM) sits at the high end of the cleaning efficiency spectrum, when compared to other devices of similar price. In case you are looking for the highest overall cleaning power, in this price range, one of the current champions is the Pulsar PWE2001V and its 3200 Cleaning Units.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other electric washers between 2000 and 2500 Cleaning Units, the Karcher K3 Follow Me is on the average side of the price range.
Therefore, this pressure washer nicely fits in the expected budget for this kind of cleaning power.
The bottom line
- In the expected price range
- Portable
- High CU for the price
- No detergent dilution mechanism
- Low PSI for the price
- Low GPM for the price
About Kärcher
Founded in 1935 by Alfred Kärcher, this family-owned business is headquartered in Winnenden, Germany. Credited with developing Europe's first hot water high-pressure washer in 1950, the company continues to pride itself on ingenuity and innovative thinking for new solutions in the cleaning industry. Kärcher also insists on being a socially- and ecologically-sustainable company. The popularity of the brand can be seen by the fact that the name Kärcher has in some European countries become a colloquial term used synonymously with pressure washers.
Warranty Information
The Kärcher K3 Follow Me is covered under a warranty for up to 2 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the unit.
For more information about the warranty of Kärcher pressure washers, please consult Kärcher's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-800-537-4129.
