Karcher K3.550 Internal Leak With Video

[kevinsmbuk]

Got an internal leak problem with the Karcher causing it to pulse due to lack of pressure from the leak.

Opened it up and got a vid to show you, it's leaking from the top of the motor, I have no idea what could be wrong though.

Any ideas?

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[jj4091]

That leak looks as though the head gasket may have gone, you may find one here http://www.espares.co.uk/search/pressure-washers/karcher/p/1315/877 but you need to strip the compressor to be sure.

 

[kevinsmbuk]

That leak looks as though the head gasket may have gone, you may find one here http://www.espares.co.uk/search/pressure-washers/karcher/p/1315/877 but you need to strip the compressor to be sure.

Thanks for the reply, I have had a look at the website but can't see k 3.550 washers anywhere, I wouldn't even be sure where to look on the unit, do you mean unbolt the motor or is it under the motor?

 

[jj4091]

From the video I would say the compressor is where the water is leaking from & the motor is underneath. If you as you say" don't have a clue" maybe sending it to a service centre might be a better idea. http://www.cleanstuff.co.uk/acatalog/Fixed_price_Service_and_Repair.html

 

[kevinsmbuk]

From the video I would say the compressor is where the water is leaking from & the motor is underneath. If you as you say" don't have a clue" maybe sending it to a service centre might be a better idea. http://www.cleanstuff.co.uk/acatalog/Fixed_price_Service_and_Repair.html[/QUOTE]

When I say I don't have a clue, I mean that I am not familiar with pressure washers and the way they work, having said that in general I am good at fixing things.

The unit was bought from Karcher outlet for £95 so paying £80 to fix a washer doesn't seem cost effective.

Perhaps I will strip it down a bit more to find the problem.