Check / Replace The Mechanics Of The Pressure Switch - Kärcher HD 6/15-4 Service Manual

7.13 Check / replace the mechanics of the
pressure switch
1 Sleeve
2 Leakage boring

Unscrew the sleeve (wrench size 21 mm).
Note:
If water leaks from the leakage boring during opera-
tion, the entire mechanics of the pressure switch
must be replaced.

Remove and clean the piston and spring.
Note:
The disc and gasket shown in the illustration some-
times remain in the sleeve during the disassembly. If
this is the case, they must not be removed for instal-
lation.

Grease the skirt and the O-ring of the piston
(grease 6.288-079).

Reinstall the mechanics of the pressure switch.
7.14 Replacing the ceramic piston

Dismount cylinder head (see "Dismounting the
cylinder head").

Pull the low pressure gaskets off the piston (see
"Replacing high and low pressure gaskets/replac-
ing low pressure gaskets").

Loosen screws.
Caution
Risk of damage. Do not directly touch the ceramic
piston with pliers. If a tool is required for removal, use
a piece of hose for protection.

Pull off ceramic piston.

Attach new ceramic piston.

Apply soluble screw securing adhesive to the
screw or use a new screw with securing coating.

Insert and tighten the screw (torque 9...11 Nm).
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