TROUBLESHOOTING
ƽ CAUTION
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) position.
Turn switch to the “ON” (I) posi-
tion
Power cord is not plugged in.
Extension cord is too long.
Plug in power cord.
Replace extension cord with
either a 25 ft. 12/3 gauge cord
or a 50 ft. 10/3 gauge cord.
Extension cord is not proper
gauge.
Extension cord is damaged.
Electrical outlet does not supply Try a different outlet.
adequate power.
Unit does not reach
high pressure.
Diameter of garden hose is too Replace with a 1/2 inch or 5/8
small.
inch garden hose.
Water supply is restricted.
Check garden hose for kinks,
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 pres-
position. sure position.
Output pressure va-
ries high and low.
Not enough inlet water supply. Turn water on full force. Check
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.
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