Introduction

Follow this guide to remove the power switch for the Karcher 15209900 electric pressure washer.

Some of the body screws are deeply recessed and require a T15 driver with a 5-inch long shank in order to reach.

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    • Before you begin, make sure to power off and unplug the device from the outlet.

    • Unscrew the output hose from the pressure washer.

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    • Unlatch and remove the yellow rubber strap.

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    • Use a T20 driver to remove the two 55mm-long screws securing the hand grip.

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    • Remove the hand grip from the extension bars.

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    • Use a T15 driver to remove the six screws securing the top black plastic panels on either side of the device.

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    • Remove the two plastic panels.

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    • Remove the two T15 screws securing the plastic feet—one screw on either side.

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    • Unclip and remove the plastic feet.

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    • Use a T15 driver to remove the ten screws securing the housing halves together.

    • Remove the T15 screw underneath the wheel axle.

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    • Set the device on its side.

    • Lift the housing half away from the body.

    • If the housing half does not separate, check to make sure you removed all the body screws.

    • Remove the housing.

    • Screws may get stuck inside the plastic housing. Be careful not to lose any screws.

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    • Slide the power cord strain relief out its notch on the plastic housing.

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    • Lift the motor assembly out of the plastic housing and set it aside.

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    • Reassembly tip: Use these images to help reassemble the housing back around the motor.

    • Make sure that all five bushings are in place.

    • In order for the housing to fit properly, the bushings must fit in their respective mounts.

    • Make sure that the yellow tube is properly notched onto the housing.

    • Make sure that the power cord strain relief sits correctly in the housing notch.

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    • Use a T20 driver to remove the four screws securing the electrical box cover.

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    • Lift the cover off of the electrical box.

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    • Remove the plate spring from the electrical box.

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    • Pull the switch out of the electrical box.

    • Disconnect the four spade connectors from the the switch.

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    • Remove the switch.

    • Reassembly tip: Use the second photo as a reference to help you properly re-wire the switch.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Arthur Shi

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