Kärcher K 1400 Manuel D’Utilisation

Detergent is too thick.

Dilute detergent, for best results 
use Kärcher detergent.

Filter on detergent suction 
tube is clogged.

Run warm water through filter 
to remove debris.

Damaged or clogged 
detergent suction tube.

Remove obstruction or 
replace detergent suction tube.

Quattro Nozzle is in 
high pressure position.

Turn Quattro Nozzle to low 
pressure position.

Discharge nozzle 
is obstructed.

Blow out or remove debris 
with fine needle.

Loose fittings.

Tighten fittings.

Missing/worn rubber washer.

Insert new washer.

Spray wand extension 
not properly attached.

Broken 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.

Loose fittings.

Check that all fittings are tight.

Call service center.

Water seals are 
damaged or worn.

Call Kärcher customer service 
hotline and order an o-ring.

Pump is sucking air.

Oil seals are damaged or worn.

Call service center.

Quattro Nozzle not properly
attached.

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.

Detergent suction tube not
properly connected to the
machine.

Check connection.

If you encounter any additional 
difficulties not listed, please call 
our service center for help.

Detergent container is empty.

Add more detergent.

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