Troubleshooting

Disconnect the machine from the power source before making any repair.

Symptom	Cause	Solution

Motor will not start	On/Off switch is in the “OFF” (O)	Turn switch to the “ON” (I) position
	position.

	Power cord is not plugged in.	Plug in power cord.

	Extension cord is too long.	Replace extension cord with either
	Extension cord is not proper gauge.	“a 25 ft. 12/3 gauge cord or a 50
	Extension cord is damaged.	ft. 10/3 gauge cord.

	Electrical outlet does not supply	Try a different outlet.
	adequate power.

	Tripped circuit breaker	Reset breaker (power supply) or
		ground fault circuit interrupter.

Unit does not reach high	Diameter of garden hose is too	Replace with a 3/4 inch garden
pressure.	small.	hose.

		Check garden hose for kinks,
	Water supply is restricted.	leaks and blockage.

	Not enough inlet water supply.	Open water source full force.

	Water inlet filter is clogged.	Remove filter and rinse out in
		warm water.

	Spray wand is in low pressure	Turn spray wand to high pressure
	position.	position.

Output pressure varies	Not enough inlet water supply.	Turn water on full force. Check
high and low.		garden hose for kinks, leaks or
		blockage.

	Pump is sucking air.	Check that hoses and fittings are
		air tight. Turn off machine and
		purge pump by squeezing trigger
		gun until “a steady flow of water
		emerges through the nozzle.

	Water inlet filter is clogged.	Remove filter and rinse out in
		warm water.

	Discharge nozzle is obstructed.	Blow out or remove debris with a
		“fine needle.

	Calcified gun, hose or spray wand.	Run distilled vinegar through
		“detergent suction tube.