Troubleshooting - Kärcher K 205 M Plus Operator's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

Disconnect the machine from the power source before making any repair.
Symptom
Motor will not start.
Unit does not reach
high pressure.
Output pressure
varies high and
low.
Cause
On/Off switch is in the
"OFF" (O) position.
Power cord is not plugged in.
Extension cord is too long.
Extension cord is not
proper gauge. Extension
cord is damaged.
Electrical outlet does not
supply adequate power.
Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) tripped.
Diameter of garden hose
is too small.
Water supply is restricted.
Not enough inlet water supply. Open water source full force.
Water inlet filter is
clogged.
Spray wand is in low
pressure position.
Not enough inlet water
supply.
Pump is sucking air.
Water inlet filter is
clogged.
Discharge nozzle
is obstructed.
Calcified gun, hose
or spray wand.
Solution
Turn switch to the "ON" (I) position.
Plug in power cord.
Replace extension cord with either
a 25 ft. 12/3 gauge cord or a 50 ft.
10/3 gauge cord.
Try a different outlet.
Reset breaker (power supply)
or GFCI.
Replace with a 3/4 inch
garden hose.
Check garden hose for kinks,
leaks and blockage.
Remove filter and rinse out
in warm water.
Turn spray wand to high
pressure position.
Turn water on full force. Check garden
hose for kinks, leaks or blockage.
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.
Remove filter and rinse out
in warm water.
Blow out or remove debris
with a fine needle.
Run distilled vinegar through
detergent suction tube.
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