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)
position.
Turn switch to the “ON” (I) position
Power cord is not plugged in.
Plug in power cord.
Extension cord is too long.
Extension cord is not proper gauge.
Extension cord is damaged.
Replace extension cord with either
“a 25 ft. 12/3 gauge cord or a 50
ft. 10/3 gauge cord.
Electrical outlet does not supply
adequate power.
Try a different outlet.
Tripped circuit breaker
Switch off pressure washer. The reset
will be automatically, for that wait that
the temperature goes down.
Unit does not reach high
pressure.
Diameter of garden hose is too small.
Water supply is restricted.
Replace with a 3/4 inch garden
hose.
Check garden hose for kinks, leaks
and blockage.
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Not enough inlet water supply.
Water inlet filter is clogged.
Open water source full force.
Remove filter and rinse out in
warm water.
Spray wand is in low pressure position.
Not enough inlet water supply.
Turn spray wand to high pressure
position.
Output pressure varies high
and low.
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.
Calcified gun, hose or spray wand.
Blow out or remove debris with a
“fine needle.
Run distilled vinegar through
“detergent suction tube.
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