Karcher K 3.96 M manual Troubleshooting, Source before making any repair

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TROUBLESHOOTING

￿ CAUTION

Disconnect the machine from the power

 

source before making any repair.

Symptom

Cause

Solution

 

 

 

Motor will not start

On/Off switch is in the “OFF”

Turn switch to the “ON” (I) posi-

 

(O) position.

tion

 

 

 

 

Power cord is not plugged in.

Plug in power cord.

 

 

 

 

Extension cord is too long.

Replace extension cord with

 

 

either a 25 ft. 12/3 gauge cord

 

Extension cord is not proper

 

or a 50 ft. 10/3 gauge cord.

 

gauge.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Extension cord is damaged.

 

 

 

 

 

Electrical outlet does not supply

Try a different outlet.

 

adequate power.

 

 

 

 

Unit does not reach

Diameter of garden hose is too

Replace with a 1/2 inch or 5/8

high pressure.

small.

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.

 

 

 

 

Spray wand is in low pressure

Turn spray wand to high pres-

 

position.

sure position.

 

 

 

Output pressure va-

Not enough inlet water supply.

Turn water on full force. Check

ries high and low.

 

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

Run distilled vinegar through

 

wand.

detergent suction tube.

 

 

 

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Contents 96 M Specifications Kärcher Customer Service CDN Safety Alert SymbolsHigh Pressure Washer Operator Manual Owner/User ResponsibilityModel Overview Important Safety Instructions Extension Cords Water Supply Cold Water OnlyRequired tools Assembly InstructionsStep Operating Instructions StepVario Power Spray Wand Using the AccessoriesDirtblaster Working with Detergents Always Use Kärcher Detergent for Best ResultsShutting Down & CLEAN-UP Care and Maintenance Instructions Cleaning the water inlet filterCleaning the detergent inlet filter MaintenanceCleaning Tips Deck CleaningHouse Siding Cement Patios, Brick and StonePatio & Lawn Furniture RecommendationsOptional Cleaning Accessories 25 ft. Pipe Cleaning Kit bayonet Racer Wide Area Surface CleanerWet Sandblasting Kit bayonet Detergent Foamer AttachmentTroubleshooting Source before making any repairKärcher Customer Service CDN Page Français Caractéristiques Nettoyeur Haute Pression Manuel DutilisationResponsabilité du propriétaire De lutilisateur Généralités Consignes DE Securite Importantes Instructions de mise à terreRallonges Alimentation EN EAU eau Froide seulementOutils nécessaires Instructions DE MontageEtape Mode Demploi EtapeUtilisation DES Accessoires Lance VarioEmploi DE Détergents Les détergents Kärcher suivants sont disponiblesPrendre UNE Pause ...cinq minutes ou plus Arrêt DE Lappareil ET Nettoyage Instructions Dentretien ET DE Maintenance Remisage Hivernal ET Entreposage a Long TermeNettoyage du filtre dadmission Deau Nettoyage du filtre dadmission De détergentConseils DE Nettoyage Terrasses en boisRevêtements de façades Patios de ciment, briques et pier ResRecommandations Meubles de patio et de jardinAccessoires DE Nettoyage EN Option Kit de nettoyage de conduite 25 Ft ,5 m baïonnette Kit de sablage humide baïonnetEmbout moussant Nettoyeur grande surface T-Ra CerSymptôme Cause Solution DepannageService après-vente Kärcher CDN Symptôme Cause Solution

K 3.96 M specifications

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