Spare Parts

Only use original Kärcher spare parts. You will find a list of spare parts at the end of this document.

Troubleshooting

You can rectify minor faults yourself with the help of the following overview.

If in doubt, please consult the authorized customer service.

￿Risk of injury

Always switch off the appliance and pull out the mains plug before care and maintenance work.

￿Warning

Repair works may only be performed by the authorized customer service.

Machine does not start

"Check whether the voltage indicated on the type plate corresponds to the voltage of the socket.

"Check the power cord for damage.

Pressure does not build up in the appli- ance

"Check the setting at the spray lance.

"Appliance ventilation: Switch on the ap- pliance without connection the HP hose and run it until the water discharging from the HP outlet is free of bubbles. Switch off appliance and reconnect spray lance.

"Clean the filter in the water supply con- nection: This can be easily removed us- ing flat-nose pliers.

"Check all supply lines to the HP pump for leaks or blockages.

Strong pressure fluctuations

"Clean the high-pressure nozzle: Re- move dirt and debris from the nozzle bore with a needle and rinse through with water towards the front.

"Check the volume of incoming water.

HP pump leaking

"Slight leakage from the HP pump is nor- mal. If the leakage increases contact the authorized customer service.

No detergent infeed

"Select the low-pressure setting for the spray lance.

"Clean the filter of the detergent suction hose.

"Check the DT suction hose for kinks.

Specifications

Power connection

 

Voltage (1~50 Hz)

240V

Connection output

1,9kW

Mains fuse (slow-blow)

10A

Protective class

I

Water connection

 

Max. feed temperature

40°C

Min. feed volume

10l/min

Feed pressure,

0,2 - 1,2MPa

Performance data

 

Working pressure

12MPa

Max. permissible pressure

13MPa

Water flow rate

6,7l/min

Detergent flow rate

0,3l/min

Recoil force of handgun

18N

Hand-arm vibration (ISO

2,2m/s2

5349)

 

Sound pressure level Lpa

77dB(A)

(EN60704-1)

 

Sound power level Lwa

92dB(A)

(2000/14/EG)

 

Dimensions

 

Depth

420mm

Width

445mm

Height

590 - 930mm

Weight

19,5kg

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Karcher KB 4040, High Pressure Cleaner manual Troubleshooting, Specifications, Spare Parts

KB 4040, High Pressure Cleaner specifications

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