Troubleshooting |
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Pressure Washer | 1. Cord not connected. | 1. | Check that cord is plugged in. | |
will not start | 2. | No power at outlet. | 2. | Check power at outlet. If outlet is unpowered, |
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| turn off tool and check circuit breaker. If |
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| breaker is tripped, make sure circuit is right |
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| capacity for tool and circuit has no other loads. |
| 3. | GFCI circuit breaker tripped. | 3. | Press reset button on GFCI unit on cord. |
| 4. | Internal damage or wear. (Carbon | 4. | Have a qualified technician service tool. |
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Pressure Washer | 1. GFCI circuit breaker tripped. | 1. | Press reset button on GFCI unit on cord. | |
Stops suddenly | 2. Water leaking from housing. | 2. | SHOCK HAZARD! IMMEDIATELY | |
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| discontinue use. Have the unit repaired by |
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| a qualified technician before further use. |
Output pressure | 1. Not enough water supply. | 1. | Check water supply hose for kinks, leaks, | |
varies |
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| or blockage. Open faucet all the way. |
| 2. | Air in water supply. | 2. | Check that all connections are tight. |
| 3. | Water Inlet Filter is clogged. | 3. | Remove Filter and clean. |
| 4. | Extension Nozzle not | 4. | Pressure is created by the Nozzle, not the |
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| Spray Gun. Attach Extension Nozzle to unit. |
| 5. | Nozzle is clogged. | 5. | Remove Nozzle and clean. |
| 6. | Nozzle has mineral build up. | 6. | Remove Nozzle and clean with vinegar. |
| 7. | Garden hose is too long. | 7. | Recommended garden hose length is |
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| 20 to 50 feet, or 30 feet if using well |
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| water. Shorten the length of the garden |
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| hose if needed to increase pressure. |
| 8. | Internal valves or seals may | 8. | Have a qualified technician service tool. |
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| be worn or sticking. |
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Trigger does | Safety lock is still engaged. | Press in on the release button on the bottom of | ||
not depress |
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| the Spray Gun Handle to release the Safety Lock. | |
Detergent will | Incorrect detergent type. | Check that the detergent is the recommended | ||
not dispense |
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| type of detergent. Clean out dispenser and | |
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| replace with correct type if needed. | |
Performance | Clogged with mineral deposits. | Clean unit with a | ||
decreases over time |
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| as vinegar or other aqueous acidic cleaner. | |
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool. Disconnect power supply before service.
SKU 68333 | For technical questions, please call | Page 13 |
