Karcher K 1400 specifications Cleaning Tips, Troubleshooting, Optional Cleaning Accessories

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CLEANING TIPS – continued

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 3-6 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. To remove caked on mud from garbage cans, lawn mower blades, wheel barrels or other non-sensitive metal surfaces, you may want to experiment with different settings on the Quattro Nozzle.

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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. If needed use special Wash Brush Attachment to remove stubborn dirt. Rinse at high pres- sure in a sweeping motion keeping the spray nozzle approximately 3-6 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.

•While using on surfaces which might come in contact with food. Flush surfaces with plenty of drinking water.

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 “OFF”	Turn switch to the “ON” (I) position.
	(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	a 25 ft. 12/3 gauge cord or a 50 ft. 10/3
	not proper gauge.	gauge cord.
	Extension cord is damaged.
	Electrical outlet does not supply	Try a different outlet.
	adequate power.
	Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter	Reset breaker (power supply)
	(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.
	Not enough inlet water supply.	Open water source full force.
	Water inlet filter is clogged.	Remove filter and rinse out
		in warm water.
	Quattro Nozzle is in low	Turn Quattro Nozzle to high
	pressure position.	pressure position.
	Wash brush is attached.	Attach Quattro Nozzle.

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OPTIONAL CLEANING ACCESSORIES

Optional cleaning accessories are available to further enhance your cleaning capabilities: See accessories order form for product descriptions and ordering instructions.

• Vario Spray Wand	• Wet Sandblasting Attachment
• House Washing Wand	• Pipe Drain Cleaner
• Extension Wand	• Water Suction Hose With Filter
• Flexible Spray Wand	• Extension Hose 25’
• Underbody Spray Wand	• Rotating Wash Brush
• 4 Piece Extension Wand	• K12 Surface Cleaner

In USA Call:

1-800-537-4129

Output pressure	Not enough inlet water supply.	Turn water on full force. Check garden
varies high and low.		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	Blow out or remove debris
	is obstructed.	with a fine needle.
	Calcified gun, hose	Run distilled vinegar through
	or Quattro Nozzle.	detergent suction tube.

or visit our website: www.karcher-usa.com