Steam generator karcher DIY repair

In detail: do-it-yourself Karcher steam generator repair from a real master for the site my.housecope.com.

To begin with, write a steam generator with automatic water pumping, or you fill the tank with a certain volume of water and close it with a lid.
What is the firm of the iron?
Usually water from the iron pours out, if the iron heats up weakly or there is a lot of water in the boiler, there is nowhere for steam to form, so water and steam come out together.

Post has been edited Mechanic - Nov 16 2008, 21:29

I pour water into a removable tank. I'll find a picture right now.
It seems that the iron simply does not heat up to the desired temperature. Water began to flow out more, there is little steam, but it still does
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Post has been edited soroka - Nov 16 2008, 21:31

Yes, I'll have to do so - thanks for the tip.

, now I use a small iron, bought just in case, I even had to get gauze, and for 2 years I did not even remember about it: /

Congratulations, I'm glad for you. This is such a necessary thing.).

We will most likely buy a new one next month. Although I am personally going to do an autopsy on the patient for resuscitation. There is little hope
but in the workshop - unrealistic in terms of costs, I recognized. For rubles, only shipping 920, for opening they take 2760, and for repairs - it is not yet known how much and what result is unknown. Fold everything up - a new one is cheaper. I'm looking closely for now.

On a personal note came a question about how I solved my problem.
I report:
I bought a new one, as in the picture in post 8
Pro Express Turbo Anticalc
GV8360EO
I write off the info from the box:

Anticalc
Automatic shutdown after 8 minutes of inactivity is an important quality for me
Heating up to working condition no more than 2 minutes.
5 bar, vertical and horizontal
220g / min
2200W

Latch
Removable 1.8 liter water barrel, water can be added without ironing downtime

Video (click to play).

At first I didn’t like that the cord holder leans back from the iron and it seemed to me that it was pulling the weight towards myself (the hand was not in balance), but I got used to it literally right away on the first day - now I don’t pay attention.

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The Karcher steam cleaner from a manufacturer from Germany is famous for its high quality, therefore steam cleaner repair not often required. In most cases, the equipment fails due to the fault of the user - due to non-observance of the operating rules.

The device operates under high pressure, therefore a heavy load is placed on the entire system. The task of the owner of the device is the absence of water on the body of the product. It should be kept exclusively in an airtight container. Otherwise, the electrical wiring may short-circuit. If this happens, it is necessary urgent repair of steam cleaners.

Also, overheating of the device must not be allowed. In this case, any component of the entire system can fail. The malfunction can also occur after the expiration of the time. The presence of a factory defect is not excluded. However, a malfunction due to the fault of the manufacturer is usually detected at the initial stage of use and is carried out steam cleaner repair under warranty.

A Karcher steam cleaner for home can also fail due to lack of proper care. The water used leads to the formation of limescale. It is she who can harm the operation of the device. Therefore, you should carry out regular cleaning of the equipment and contact the service center to carry out preventive maintenance. This procedure allows you to identify the malfunction at the initial stage and eliminate it. At the same time, the cost of repairs is small.

Our service center provides services for the maintenance and repair of steam cleaners from the manufacturer Karcher. In the presence of a breakdown, diagnostics are carried out to identify the nature of the malfunction.Only then is the component repaired or replaced. Parts are ordered at the manufacturer's factory, so the steam cleaner works after repairs for a long period of time.

In no case should you contact non-professional specialists. The steam cleaner is characterized by the complexity of the device and an unskilled craftsman can harm the device. Our service center employs highly qualified experienced specialists, so they are able to cope with the most complex repair work.

When working with the device, one should not forget that improper use of the device can harm not only the device, but also the person himself. Under no circumstances should the steam flow be directed at people or objects that could be affected by the high temperature.

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Sometimes situations arise when, at the most inopportune moment, household appliances refuse to function. If you want to re-iron your washed laundry and the steam system does not turn on, the steam generator needs urgent repair. In this article we will try to find the source of the problem and consider how to repair the steam generator with our own hands.

Consider the main advantages of operating an iron with a steam generator:

  • the ability to iron clothes directly on the hanger;
  • smooths any material without problems;
  • the presence of a self-cleaning function;
  • the ability to clean the upholstery.

Like any household appliances, irons with a steam generator sometimes fail and require do-it-yourself repairs. In order to carry out such a repair, you should first familiarize yourself with the features of such a household appliance.

Consider the main elements of an iron with a steam generator:

  • a heating element;
  • sole;
  • temperature regulator;
  • thermostat;
  • steam regulator;
  • indicator.

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Regardless of which manufacturer produces a steam generator, for example, Bosch, Philips or Tefal, all devices are characterized by three main parts:

  • electronic control unit;
  • stand or so-called base;
  • iron.

The household appliance is also equipped with special attachments.

Let's consider the principle of operation of the steam generator:

  1. The boiler heats up the water.
  2. The result is steam.
  3. The generated steam is fed to the iron through a special hose device.
  4. There are perforations at the base of the iron.
  5. Steam escaping from the holes treats the fabric, while smoothing out any kind of crease.

Important! The steaming quality is not affected by either the size of the garment or its density. So, the steam generator has the ability to simultaneously process bed linen, jeans, suits made of semi-woolen fabrics, various synthetic products, as well as materials that require very delicate handling, for example, silk clothes.

The household steam generator station of the Tefal manufacturer is significantly different from the household appliances with steaming of the exact same manufacturer:

  • a significant difference is the size - the household station is much larger and more voluminous, while taking up a lot of space in the room;
  • in the steam generator, water is supplied to a separate compartment of the boiler, in which it is heated to the formation of steam;
  • the generated steam is not wet - it is dry with an approximate temperature of about 160 degrees;
  • clothes and linen are processed without the device in the form of an iron in contact with them, therefore, when processing with steam, there is no damage to the clothes and you should not worry about the integrity of things.

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When using household appliances, situations sometimes arise in which various malfunctions appear. Some of them can be diagnosed by characteristic signs - this knowledge allows you to perform repair work on the steam generator with your own hands.

How to repair a steam generator with your own hands? It all depends on the underlying cause.If the steam generators refuse to function correctly and do not cope with the responsibilities assigned to them, then in this case there are a number of reasons that cause damage:

  • The station stopped supplying steam - the heating element or its contacts burned out. In addition, sometimes there is an incorrect functioning of the boiler switch. It also happens that the steam button on the appliance is simply broken.
  • If the pressure stops regulating, then the switch is simply broken.
  • The device supplies steam, which is characterized by the wrong temperature - the temperature fuse has blown, the thermostat has ceased to function.
  • Loss of voltage - it is necessary to check the power cord, perhaps one of the cores is broken.
  • Insufficient heating of water - you need to check the container, maybe many different deposits have accumulated on its walls.
  • If the water level indicator does not turn off, but is constantly on, then a broken sensor may be the cause.
  • There is a constant discharge of steam through the safety valve - maybe there is not enough water in the tank.
  • Water has formed under the steam generator station - somehow a leak occurs, therefore, to localize the malfunction, turn off the device.

Important! In order to fully diagnose the device and make repairs on your own, it is necessary to have special equipment, since the presence of one soldering iron and a multimeter allows you to solve only simple problems and eliminate minor damage.

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If you have a Tefal steam generator model, then you can make repairs yourself, while eliminating simple faults. All models have the same design, differences exist only in some nuances.

Consider the most common malfunctions and ways to repair the steam generator yourself:

  • The station reports that it is ready for operation, but when you press the button, there is no steam supply - the button must be replaced.
  • Steam is not supplied to the steam generator - in this case, it is necessary to check the performance of the heating element, fuse, solenoid valve, and clean the steam outlet pipe. In case of damage, it is required to descale the boiler tank, replace the thermostat or the hose that serves to supply steam to the iron.
  • The pressure switch is characterized by incorrect operation - using a multimeter, you need to check the serviceability of the part. In the event of a breakdown, it is required to replace and install a serviceable microswitch or toggle switch.
  • On the control panel there is no reaction to pressing the button - the integrity of the wiring is checked, if the problem is not found, then the wiring should be replaced.
  • There is a constant glow of the low water level indicator in the tank - it is necessary to check the water level in the tank, if it is correct, then the reason is in the liquid volume sensor, it needs to be replaced.
  • There is a weak steam pressure on the sole of the iron from the perforations - to resolve this problem, it is recommended to check the regulator, in case of a malfunction, replace it with a new one.

It is impossible to foresee all cases that may arise during the operation of the device and provoke malfunctions. This list can be supplemented with new problem situations.

Important! In this list, only such breakdowns are considered that the consumer is able to eliminate them on his own. At the same time, the home craftsman must have publicly available skills for working with household electrical appliances.

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Very often there are situations in which equipment malfunctions come from various mechanical damage, in the event of errors in the operation of the device and wear of some parts. In this case, characteristic causes of malfunctions are observed:

  • the cord breaks;
  • sprinkler blockage occurs;
  • water flows out of the filler hole of the steam generator;
  • the thermostat is out of order, as a result of which the iron overheats.

Important! It is unacceptable to immerse the steam generator in water, it is also strictly forbidden to wrap the cord around the hot device, only when the device is turned off can water be poured into the tank compartment.