How to Replace a Karcher Hose and Handgun

If you own a Karcher pressure washer, it's always a good idea to make sure you know how to use and maintain it. That includes replacing the hose and the handgun, whether your current one's broken or you simply want to upgrade your appliance. Though fairly simple, there are a few things worth knowing about the replacement process, so let's take a look.

To learn how to replace a Karcher pressure washer hose and handgun, simply watch the video or read our step-by-step guide below.

Remember, safety first! Always make sure your Karcher pressure washer is switched off and disconnected from the mains before carrying out any work or replacements.

To make sure you buy the correct replacement parts for your particular Karcher pressure washer, you will first need to know its model number and information. The model number can be found on the front of the appliance beneath the Karcher logo.

Any additional product information, such as the seven digit product number, can be found on a silver data plate on the side of your pressure washer.

When fitting your new hose and handgun, one common fitting system is the C-Clip system. Here, all you need to do is fit the hose connection into the handgun, either on the bottom of the handle or in front of the trigger. Then push the small black clip into place to secure the parts together.

Sometimes hoses and handguns come sealed as a single unit. If this is the case and you need to separate them, simply unscrew the three screws in the handgun handle to disconnect it from the hose.

Finally, there's the quick connect system. Here, all you need to do is slot the hose connection into the handgun. However, this hose connection is different to the previous connection types in this guide. That's why knowing your pressure washer's model number and information is important, so you don't end up accidentally buying a hose with the wrong connections for your particular appliance.

And there you have it! All you need to know on how to replace a Karcher pressure washer hose and handgun. That being said, it's also important to make sure you know how to properly care for your pressure washer once it's ready for use. To keep your pressure washer running and in great shape, head over to our guide on pressure washer maintenance.

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