TROUBLESHOOTING
IMPORTANT!
Be CERTAIN to shut off the Pressure Washer, release all pressure in a safe manner, and disconnect it from power and water before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing the unit.
PRESSURE WASHER STOPS SUDDENLY
Check whether the power switch is on and lit.
SWITCH IS LIT
The thermal safety Switch may be tripped. Switch the unit off and allow the unit to rest for
SWITCH IS NOT LIT
Check the indicator on the GFCI power plug (explained under Controls and Features, #2 on page 12).
UNIT OPERATES
NORMALLY AFTER
UNIT DOES NOT
RESTART
Contact qualified
INDICATOR
RESTING
technician.
APPEARS
INDICATOR NOT
RED
RED
The following points should be applied to help reduce the frequency of rest periods:
1. | Use proper operating techniques. |
| Review the Operating Tips section, |
| starting on page 16. |
2. | Verify that this unit is being supplied |
Dry self thoroughly and check the circuit breaker on your household panel.
Make sure unit is totally dry, then press reset button. If GFCI continues to trip, contact a certified electrician.
with the correct voltage, see page 14, #2. |
Connect the plug to the outlet nearest |
the circuit breaker panel and remove any |
other loads that may be on the circuit. |
3. If possible, reduce the length of or |
eliminate any extension cord used, see |
page 9. |
BREAKER NOT
TRIPPED
Contact qualified technician.
BREAKERTRIPPED
Check for electrical shorts. If none are found, reset breaker.
If breaker continues to trip, try another circuit or contact a certified electrician.
WATER LEAKING FROM WITHIN THE HOUSING
Seals or gaskets may be worn or damaged.
Leaking water creates a shock hazard; PROMPTLY have the unit inspected and repaired by a qualified technician.
If the steps above do not solve the problem or if the repairs involved are too
complex, contact a qualified technician.
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