Rated PSI product guide
Kärcher K1700 Electric Pressure Washer
Foot-switch operation and an upright rolling frame
Consider the K1700 for its foot switch, removable half-gallon tank and storage bin. Check that its 20-foot hose and three-tip kit cover your jobs; they differ from compact models and five-nozzle packages.
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Published specifications
- 1,700 PSI TruPressure; maker table lists maximum 1.2 GPM
- 20-foot high-pressure hose
- 15°, turbo and 65° tips per the current listing
- 0.5-gallon removable detergent tank
- 20.7 lb without accessories
- 17.25 × 16.5 × 33 inches
Fit and limits
Strengths
- On/off foot switch avoids reaching down to a low-mounted switch
- Removable tank and storage bin simplify storing the kit
- Rolling frame and no-flat wheels are included
Caveats
- Three-tip package does not include listed 25- or 40-degree tips
- Upright frame needs more height than low-profile compact washers
- 20-foot hose may require repositioning around a larger work area
A foot switch and removable tank
The K1700 is worth considering when a foot-operated on/off switch, rolling frame and removable half-gallon detergent tank matter more than chasing the largest pressure number. Kärcher lists 1,700 PSI TruPressure and up to 1.2 GPM. Its specification table labels pressure and flow as maximums, so do not read the model name as a promise of constant performance in every setup.
Check the nozzles before washing a car
The current listing identifies 15-degree, turbo and 65-degree tips. That is not the same kit as a washer supplied with both 25- and 40-degree tips. Kärcher's car-washing guidance calls for low-to-medium pressure during rinsing and distance from paint and tires. Check the model instructions and the surface's condition before spraying; the included turbo tip is not an all-purpose vehicle-rinsing recommendation.
Allow room for hose and storage
The official product page specifies a 20-foot hose and a body measuring 17.25 by 16.5 by 33 inches, with a weight of 20.7 pounds without accessories. The removable storage bin helps organize the kit, but the upright frame still needs floor space. Kärcher lists standard M22 hose connections and quick-connect nozzles; confirm an accessory's exact fittings and ratings before ordering it.
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