Karcher K205 M Plus specifications Troubleshooting, No detergent

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TROUBLESHOOTING – continued

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

Kärcher Customer Support USA