TROUBLESHOOTING
10
9
Symptom Cause
Solution
Engine will not
start
Unit does not reach
high pressure.
Output pressure
varies high and low.
No gasoline.
Fill gas tank.
Choke is not in correct
position.
Slide choke lever to “CHOKE”
position.
Low oil level.
Add oil.
Engine throttle is not in
correct position.
Position the throttle to “FAST”.
Diameter of garden hose is
too small.
Replace with a 3/4 inch garden
hose.
Water supply is restricted.
Check garden hose for kinks, leaks
and blockage.
Not enough inlet water supply.
Open water source full force.
Water inlet filter is clogged.
Remove filter and rinse out in warm
water.
Nozzle is in “CHEM”
position.
Turn nozzle to high pressure position.
Not enough inlet water supply.
Turn water on full force. Check garden
hose for kinks, leaks or blockage.
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 inlet filter is clogged.
Remove filter and rinse out in warm
water.
Discharge nozzle is
obstructed.
Blow out or remove debris with a
fine needle.
Calcified gun, hose or spray
wand.
Run distilled vinegar through
detergent suction tube.
Pressure built up in the
high pressure washer.
Squeeze the trigger to release the
pressure.
CLEANING TIPS
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Barbecue Grills, Outdoor
Power Equipment &
Gardening Tools
(with or without detergent)
Pre-rinse cleaning surface with fresh water.
If using Kärcher All Purpose Cleaner or
Degreaser, place detergent suction tube
directly into cleaning solution and apply
detergent at low pressure. Allow Kärcher
detergent to remain on surface 1-3 minutes.
Do not allow detergent to dry on surface.
Rinse at high pressure keeping the spray
nozzle approximately 6 inches from the
cleaning surface. For removing extremely
stubborn dirt, it may be necessary to move
the spray nozzle even closer to the surface
for greater dirt cutting action.
Patio & Lawn Furniture
(with or without detergent)
Pre-rinse furniture and surrounding area with
fresh water. If using Kärcher All Purpose
Cleaner, place detergent suction tube direct-
ly into cleaning solution and apply to surface
at low pressure. Allow Kärcher All Purpose
Cleaner to remain on surface 1-3 minutes.
Do not allow detergent to dry on surface.
Rinse at high pressure in a sweeping motion
keeping the spray nozzle approximately 6
inches from the cleaning surface. For best
results, clean from top to bottom and from
left to right.
Recommendations
• Before cleaning any surface an inconspic-
uous area should be cleaned to test spray
pattern and distance for maximum clean-
ing results.
• If painted surfaces are pealing or chipping,
use extreme caution as pressure washer
may remove the loose paint from the
surface.
Use extreme caution when cleaning decks,
siding, and other sensitive surfaces as the
pencil jet may cause damage if not used
correctly.
OPTIONAL CLEANING ACCESSORIES
Optional cleaning accessories are available to further enhance your cleaning capabilities.
Call Kärcher customer service hotline (1-800-537-4129) for details.
For additional
engine problems
refer to the engine
owners manual.
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