Kärcher K 1400 Operator's Manual page 7

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Cause
No detergent. Detergent suction tube not
properly connected to the
machine.
Detergent is too thick.
Filter on detergent suction
tube is clogged.
Damaged or clogged
detergent suction tube.
Quattro Nozzle is in
high pressure position.
Discharge nozzle
is obstructed.
Detergent container is empty.
Garden hose Loose fittings.
connection leaks.
Missing/worn rubber washer.
11 Quattro Nozzle Quattro Nozzle not properly
or accessory leaks. attached.
Spray wand extension
not properly attached.
Broken o-ring.
Pump is noisy. Pump is sucking air.
Water leaks Loose fittings.
from pump.
Water seals are
damaged or worn.
Oil Drip. Oil seals are damaged or worn.
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Solution
Check connection.
Dilute detergent, for best results
use Kärcher detergent.
Run warm water through filter
to remove debris.
Remove obstruction or
replace detergent suction tube.
Turn Quattro Nozzle to low
pressure position.
Blow out or remove debris
with fine needle.
Add more detergent.
Tighten fittings.
Insert new washer.
Insert the Quattro Nozzle into an accessory
of your choice. Push in and turn clockwise
to lock Quattro Nozzle in place.
Insert the spray wand extension into the
trigger gun. Press in against the spring
tension and twist into the lock position.
Turn the spray wand extension collar
clockwise until tight.
Call Kärcher customer service
hotline and order an o-ring.
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.
Check that all fittings are tight.
Call service center.
Call service center.
If you encounter any additional
difficulties not listed, please call
our service center for help.
Kärcher Customer Support USA