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TROUBLESHOOTING – continued
Symptom
Cause
Solution
No detergent.
Detergent suction tube not
properly connected to the
machine.
Check connection.
Detergent is too thick.
Dilute detergent, for best results
use Kärcher detergent.
Filter on detergent suction
tube is clogged.
Run warm water through filter
to remove debris.
Damaged or clogged
detergent suction tube.
Remove obstruction or
replace detergent suction tube.
Quattro Nozzle is in
high pressure position.
Turn Quattro Nozzle to low
pressure position.
Discharge nozzle
is obstructed.
Blow out or remove debris
with fine needle.
Detergent container is empty.
Add more detergent.
Garden hose
connection leaks.
Loose fittings.
Tighten fittings.
Missing/worn rubber washer.
Insert new washer.
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Quattro Nozzle
or accessory leaks.
Quattro Nozzle not properly
attached.
Insert the Quattro Nozzle into an accessory
of your choice. Push in and turn clockwise
to lock Quattro Nozzle in place.
Spray wand extension
not properly attached.
Insert the spray wand extension into the
trigger gun. Press in against the spring
tension and twist into the lock position.
Turn the spray wand extension collar
clockwise until tight.
Broken o-ring.
Call Kärcher customer service
hotline and order an o-ring.
Pump is noisy.
Pump is sucking air.
Check that hoses and fittings are
air tight. Turn off machine and purge
pump by squeezing trigger gun until
a steady flow of water emerges
through the nozzle.
Water leaks
from pump.
Loose fittings.
Check that all fittings are tight.
Call service center.
Water seals are
damaged or worn.
Oil Drip.
Oil seals are damaged or worn. Call service center.
If you encounter any additional
difficulties not listed, please call
our service center for help.
In USA Call:
1-800-537-4129
or visit our website: www.karcher-usa.com
Kärcher Customer Support USA
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