Karcher K 360 M specifications Troubleshooting, Motor will not start

TROUBLESHOOTING

Disconnect the machine from the power source before making any repair.

Symptom	Cause	Solution
Motor will not start	On/Off switch is in the	Turn switch to the “ON” (I) position
	“OFF” (O) position.
	Power cord is not plugged in.	Plug in power cord.
	Extension cord is too long.	Replace extension cord with either
	Extension cord is not	a 25 ft. 12/2 gauge cord or a 50 ft.
	proper gauge. Extension	10/2 gauge cord.
	cord is damaged.
	Electrical outlet does not	Try a different outlet.
	supply adequate power.
	Ground Fault Circuit	Reset breaker (power supply)
	Interrupter (GFCI) tripped.	or GFCI.
Unit does not reach	Diameter of garden hose	Replace with a 3/4 inch
high pressure.	is too small.	garden hose.
	Water supply is restricted.	Check garden hose for kinks,
		leaks and blockage.
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	Not enough inlet water supply.	Open water source full force.
	Water inlet filter is	Remove filter and rinse out
	clogged.	in warm water.
	Spray wand is in low	Turn spray wand to high
	pressure position.	pressure position.
Output pressure	Not enough inlet water	Turn water on full force. Check garden
varies high and	supply.	hose for kinks, leaks or blockage.
low.
	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	Remove filter and rinse out
	clogged.	in warm water.
	Discharge nozzle	Blow out or remove debris
	is obstructed.	with a fine needle.
	Calcified gun, hose	Run distilled vinegar through
	or spray wand.	detergent suction tube.