Karcher K 3 Follow Me - Manual (Page 16)

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Symptom Cause Solution
Detergent not
dispensing Detergent siphon tube not
properly connected to the
machine.
Check connection.
Detergent is too thick. Dilute detergent, for best results use Kärcher ®
detergent.
Filter on detergent siphon
tube is clogged.
Run warm water through fi lter to remove
debris.
Damaged or clogged deter-
gent siphon tube.
Remove obstruction or replace detergent
siphon tube.
Vario Spray Wand not set
to low/mix setting
Change setting on Vario Power Spray Wand
to "low" or "mix"
Discharge nozzle is ob-
structed.
Blow out or remove debris with fi ne needle.
Garden hose con-
nection leaks Loose fi ttings. Tighten fi ttings.
Missing/worn rubber
washer.
Insert new washer.
Spray wand leaks. Spray wand not properly
attached.
Insert the spray wand into the trigger gun.
Carefully press in against the spring tension
and twist into the locked position.
Broken o-ring or plastic
insert.
Call Customer Support
Pump is noisy Pump is sucking air. Check that hoses and fi ttings are air tight.
Turn off machine and purge pump by squeez-
ing trigger gun until a steady fl ow of water
emerges through the nozzle.
Water leaks from
pump (up to 10
drops per minute
is permissible) Loose fi ttings. Check that all fi ttings are tight.
Water seals are damaged
or worn.
Call Customer Support
Oil drip Oil seals are damaged or
worn.
Call Customer Support