Karcher K 240 specifications Troubleshooting, Wand extension leaks

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TROUBLESHOOTING – continued

Symptom	Cause	Solution
No detergent.	Detergent suction tube not properly	Check connection.
	connected to the machine.
	Detergent is too thick.	Dilute detergent, for best results
		use Kärcher detergent.
	Filter on detergent suction tube is	Run warm water through filter to
	clogged.	remove debris.
	Damaged or clogged detergent	Remove obstruction or replace
	suction tube.	detergent suction tube.
	Spray wand is in high pressure	Turn spray wand tip to low
	position.	pressure position.
	Discharge nozzle is obstructed.	Blow out or remove debris with
		fine needle.
Garden hose	Loose fittings.	Tighten fittings.
connection leaks.
	Missing/worn rubber washer.	Insert new washer.
Spray wand or Spray	Spray wand not properly attached.	Insert the spray wand into the
wand extension leaks.		spray wand extension. Carefully
		press in against the spring tension
		and twist into the locked position.
	Spray wand extension not properly	Slide the spray wand extension
	attached.	into the gun. Turn the wand
		collar clockwise onto the gun
		threads until tight.
	Broken o-ring or plastic insert.	Call Kärcher customer service
		hotline and order repair kit (part
		no. 2.883-111.0).
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 from pump (up	Loose fittings.	Check that all fittings are tight.
to 10 drops per minute is
	Water seals are damaged or worn.	Call service center.
permissible).
Oil Drip.	Oil seals are damaged or worn.	Call service center.

In USA Call:	If you encounter any additional
	difficulties not listed, please call our
1-800-537-4129
	service center for help.
or visit our website:
www.karcher-usa.com	Karcher Customer Support USA

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