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help please

hi can you tell me if this is a fault that is related to pump seals. my kb4040 will not auto stop when the trigger is released it carries on shunting if you know what i mean?would a seal kit fix it or is it something more serious. the machine is 2 years old so i was not thinking of replacing it just yet,if this is a seal problem will i have to strip the machine completely to gain access. any help is apprieciated also will the above kit be ok

By slippysam - scotland - 07 May 2009

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  • Rory from eSpares
    Rory at eSpares says...

    Hi Slippysam, check out our pressure washer help guide for tips and videos: http://www.espares.co.uk/advice/pressure-washers/a/8

  • Sounds like you have the same problem as me. Yes, a new seal on the high pressure output should do the trick. Not necessary to strip down m/c. I have to replace mine each spring and I have come to the conclusion that frost may have got into the works. The 'shunting' you refer to is the m/c trying to maintain pressure in the high pressure hose. Hope this helps. Pack of 5 'O' rings should last you a few years, but keep the m/c away from frost. John By johnwill - Colchester - 09 May 2009

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