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Karcher K 5.540 X-Series Cold-Water Electric High-Pressure Washer with Hose Reel
Karcher's 5-Series line offers exceptionally durable electric pressure washers for the home. The K 5.540 is built to last and can withstand the rigorous demands of frequent use. It features an innovative, patented water-cooled induction motor that delivers better performance and a longer life. Even more, the K 5.540 generates an amazing 2000 PSI, up to 40 times as much pressure as a typical garden hose.
For tough jobs, attach the included DirtBlaster spray wand to increase the effective pressure by up to 50-percent. For less-intense cleaning, attach the Vario Power Spray (VPS) wand, which allows you to adjust the pressure right on the wand.
Based on feedback from their customers, Karcher equipped the top-of-the-line K 5.540 with a built-in pressurized hose reel, the ultimate solution for convenient, hassle-free storage of the high-pressure hose. Karcher also included a quick-connect system to reduce startup times by up to 75-percent and an onboard detergent tank to make it easy to clean with detergents.
Much quieter than a gasoline pressure washer and certified by CSA International for safety, the K 5.540 is perfect for demanding residential use. If you clean often, value durability, and demand professional-level cleaning results, check out the K 5.540.
Included Accessories:
- 25-foot high-pressure hose
- Quick-connect trigger gun with child-safety lock
- Vario Power Spray (VPS) wand
- DirtBlaster spray wand
- Pressurized hose reel
- Onboard detergent tank
- Quick-connect water inlet and outlet
- Integrated accessory storage
Also available from Karcher and compatible with this unit are extension wands, wash brushes, and detergents.
Pressurized onboard hose reel.
Water-cooled induction motor.
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| PSI | 1850 | 1600 | 2000 | 1600 | 1800 | 2000 |
| Power Supply | 120 V / 60 Hz induction motor | 120 V / 60 Hz motor | 120 V / 60 Hz induction motor | 120 V / 60 Hz motor | 120 V / 60 Hz water-cooled induction motor | 120 V / 60 Hz water-cooled induction motor |
| Water Volume | 1.5 GPM; direct-drive axial aluminum pump | 1.25 GPM; direct-drive axial pump | 1.4 GPM; direct-drive axial pump | 1.25 GPM; direct-drive axial pump | 1.5 GPM; direct-drive axial pump | 1.4 GPM; direct-drive axial pump |
| Maximum Water-Inlet Temperature | 104 degrees F | 104 degrees F | 104 degrees F | 104 degrees F | 104 degrees F | 104 degrees F |
| Approximate machine weight (without accessories) | 36.5 pounds | 14 pounds | 35 pounds | 13 pounds | 27 pounds | 31 |
| Machine dimensions (LxWxH, inches) | 15.6 by 14.3 by 35.4 | 9 by 12 by 24.5 | 13.2 by 13 by 34.3 | 11 by 9.5 by 24.5 | 12 by 13 by 34 | 15.5 by 16.5 by 23 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited; eligible for Rapid Exchange Program | 1-year limited; eligible for Rapid Exchange Program | 1-year limited; eligible for Rapid Exchange Program | 1-year limited; eligible for Rapid Exchange Program | 1-year limited; eligible for Rapid Exchange Program | 1-year limited; eligible for Rapid Exchange Program |
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NEW for 2011: the K 5.540 pressure washer from Karcher, the top of the line unit in the X-Series range. This 2000 PSI model features a unique, patented water-cooled induction motor that delivers superior performance and a longer life. Only Karcher offers the advanced combination of water-cooled technology with a powerful induction motor. Equipped with two spray wands, the K 5.540 is able to tackle any cleaning project around the home. For tough jobs, attach the included DirtBlaster Spray Wand to increase the effective pressure by up to 50-Percent. For less intense cleaning, attach the included Vario Power Spray (VPS) Wand, which allows you to adjust the pressure right on the wand. Fully, equipped with quick connect, the K 5.540 reduces your start up time by up to 50-Percent. It even includes a quick connect adapter for your garden hose, eliminating the hassle of threading the hose on each time you want to clean. This model also comes equipped with an onboard detergent tank that makes detergent application a snap. Simply fill the tank with pressure washer detergent, attach the VPS spray wand, select the low pressure setting and apply the detergent to the area you wish to clean. The K 5.540 features an upright, ergonomic design, is easy to maneuver and operate. You can even draw water from a standing source, a feature that comes in handy when a water faucet isn't available (optional accessory required). Much quieter than a gasoline pressure washer and certified by CSA International for safety, the K 5.540 is perfect for customers who desire professional level cleaning results from a maintenance-free pressure washer.
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64 of 65 people found the following review helpful
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I bought the K5.540 because it seemed to be the best brand name electric available. A good gas was $450 +. The price, size, weight, noise, winter storage, convenience aspects, along with the lack of gas engine maintenance were deciding factors. I've used it four times so far. Pressure is adequate for around the house. Indeed, too much pressure can be damaging. The downside is that it's an upright, prone to falling over especially on uneven surfaces. The second time it did so, the supplied plastic female quick connect hose fitting on the water inlet broke... only available from Karcher, I suspect. Other reviewers have mentioned this across the cloud. My solution was a big box store fitting called "swivel hose adapter". Made by Watts # A-661 GH1. It's 3/4 female pipe thread on one side and 3/4 female garden hose thread on the other. It fits the 3/4 FIP male water inlet on the machine & the 3/4 male on your garden hose. It eliminates ordering a bag of replacement fittings from Karcher for repetitive breakage when the machine falls over and you can still use a commonly available quick connect system. As for the rest of the experience, it's good on siding, vehicles, floor mats, and anything porous such as concrete or brick. More pressure from another machine will give you more area of application at greater distance and of course more potential for damage. I've heard your standard manual car wash is 4000 psi. Even this machine's 2000 psi will dig holes in wood. The 25' high pressure hose has proved short occasionally. My only worry is what the life of the many o-rings might be. Overall longevity remains to be seen. Other than those concerns, I've been pleased with the design and performance and keep encountering new uses. It's becoming as valuable to me as my air compressor and leaf blower. Spray away.
35 of 36 people found the following review helpful
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I have had other electric pressure washers as well as gasoline pressure washers. I can honestly say that this Karcher outperformed a gasoline pressure washer that I had that was rated at 2300 psi. I am very pleased with this product.
21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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Having rented many gas PW I was hesitant to go electric given the limited PSI but this sounded reasonable for my needs. And in fact it does have decent power for many minor tasks like cleaning a walk or small deck. Also I am reasonably confident the pump is well built and will perform exceptionally well. The cons are: a) the design is such that as another reviewer said it is gauraunteed to tip if you inadvertently pull on it at all, which is annoying, 2) the hose reel is designed such that this is nearly ensured, 3) way too much plastic that tends to deteroriate in the sun and / or break through use, and 4) it comes with a short 25' hose and short tip (3') so trying to clean anything over 6' req's a ladder or purchase of additional (and expensive) add-ons (the 35' power cord help some). This is a good washer for someone in the 'burbs that stores it in their clean garage and pulls it out a few times a year to clean their already reasonably clean walks and decks, but it is far from what I would consider for anything serious like even lite-commercial work. But, for $300, it's a decent residential PW.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Good the first two times
Not really sure what happened..First two times worked perfectly but when I went to turn it on the third time no motor. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Dormont
New Karcher washer
This pressure washer is great! Love the hose reel, that was a huge selling point for me...hate messy hoses for storage. Read more
Published 12 days ago by Crystal Carter
Great pressure washer!
It takes a little bit to build it but after that it works like a charm. The pressure is great and it doesn't leak water at the hose fitting. This unit is also very quite. Read more
Published 15 days ago by R. Boos
Mine states, "Made in Italy."
I sure was surprised this was not made in China for it seems to me most things are nowadays. I decided to get this model since I figured it would last longer than an off brand... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Country Boy
Excellent pressure for home owners around house or washing cars!
Excellent pressure for home owners around house or washing cars! Not noise like the power washers, does an excellent job even without detergent added to the liquid container. Read more
Published 1 month ago by bigjay850
Not Karcher's best effort
This is the third Karcher pressure washer I have owned. In each case, I have stepped up the power for more efficient cleaning. Frankly, with the K5. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Williamtwo
What a piece of junk
2000 PSI must be a joke. My garden hose has as much pressure as this thing. Soap dispenser did not function, pump made odd noises. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Gula
OK
Product is OK. Test period was brief, because unit fell over in the forward direction and the black plastic hose connector broke within the first twenty minutes of use. Read more
Published 4 months ago by EJS
workes great, but top heavy
only complaint, I didnt even pull the trigger for the first time and the unit fell foward and snapped the plastic hose coupling that came with it. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Jason Derosier
Karcher K 5.540 X-Series 2000-PSI pressure washer
Very nice pressure washer, easy to put together, has nice power for an electric unit. A longer hose would help using it easier without as much moving. Read more
Published 5 months ago by mjr62
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