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TROUBLESHOOTING

If the following does not solve your problem, please contact the CLARKE service 

department.

PROBLEM

CAUSE

SOLUTION

Engine will not 
start (see engine 
manual for 
further engine 
troubleshooting)

No fuel.

Add fuel.

Low oil.

Add oil.

Pressure builds up after 
two pulls on the recoil 
starter or after initial use.

Squeeze the gun trigger to relieve the 
pressure.

Spark plug lead not 
attached securely.

Attach the spark plug lead.

Engine switch is in the 
OFF position.

Set the engine switch to the ON position.

Choke lever is set to the 
ON position when the 
engine is already warm.

Set the choke lever to the OFF (right) 
position.

Fuel valve closed.

Open the fuel valve.

Lack of pressure 
(initial use)

Leak in the high pressure 
hose fitting.

Tighten the fitting, use sealant tape if 
required.

Nozzle is obstructed.

Clear the nozzle.

Water filter screen is 
clogged.

Remove and clean the filter.

Air in the hose.

Turn off the engine.
Turn off the water supply.
Disconnect the water source from the 
pump inlet and turn on the water source 
to expel the air from the hose. 
When all the air has been removed, turn 
off the water supply and reconnect the 
hose. 
Turn on the water supply and pull the 
trigger to expel any air in the gun/lance.

Summary of Contents for TIGER 3000A

Page 1: ...WARNING Read these instructions before using the machine OPERATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS LS0120 ISS 1 ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS PETROL DRIVEN POWER WASHER MODEL NO TIGER 3000A PART NO 7320211 ...

Page 2: ...inst faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase Please keep your receipt which will be required as proof of purchase This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or tampered with in any way or not used for the purpose for which it was intended Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase no product can be returned to us without pri...

Page 3: ...elled at high speed by the water spray 11 ALWAYS hold the gun securely and expect it to kick when you pull the trigger 12 ALWAYS respect the requirements of the local water company Pressure washers may only be connected to the mains water supply if a system separator also known as a backflow preventer is installed in the supply hose 13 ALWAYS disconnect from the water supply and make sure that you...

Page 4: ... well ventilated area WARNING Risk of injection or severe injury Do not direct discharge stream at persons or animals Keep clear of nozzle This machine is to be used only by qualified operators WARNING Risk of spray injury Spray can propel objects Always wear ANSI approved Z87 1 Safety Glasses WARNING Risk of chemical burn Never spray acids corrosive or toxic chemicals Use only cleaners formulated...

Page 5: ...RIPTION NO DESCRIPTION 1 Fuel Tank Cap 11 Engine On Off Switch 2 Fuel Tank 12 Oil Filler Cap 3 Spark Plug 13 Water Outlet 4 Choke 14 Detergent Tank 5 Gun Assembly 15 Water Inlet 6 Lance 16 Bypass Drain Hose 7 Air Filter Cover 17 Hose Holder 8 Fuel Valve 18 Lance Holder 9 Recoil Pull Start 19 Priming Bottle 10 Throttle ...

Page 6: ...cating tube as shown Make sure the ball catch locks into the small hole on the bottom of the locating tube 2 Add the 2 axle covers as shown 1 x Power Washer 2 x Wheel Axle Assembly 1 x Hose Bracket c w Fixings 1 x Nozzle Cleaning Pin 1 x Gun Lance Bracket c w Fixings 1 x Tap Adaptor 1 x Hose 1 x Detergent Hose c w Filter 1 x Lance Assembly 1 x Upper Handle c w Fixings 1 x Gun Assembly 1 x Engine M...

Page 7: ...er handle into position as shown 2 Secure using a bolt and handwheel The handwheel should be on the outside FITTING THE WATER BOTTLE NOTE The water bottle is only used when drawing water from an unpresurrised source such as a water butt See page 16 1 Fit the bracket to the frame as shown using the bolts nuts and washers supplied 2 Slide the bottle holder over the bracket and place the bottle in th...

Page 8: ...E HOSE TO THE GUN 1 Screw the high pressure hose onto the gun assembly Tighten the connector hand tight only Do not use a spanner NOTE Make sure the connection is secure CONNECT THE HOSE TO THE PRESSURE WASHER 1 Screw the hose on to the pressure washer Tighten the connector hand tight only Do not use a spanner NOTE Make sure the connection is secure ASSEMBLING THE LANCE Connect the spray lance to ...

Page 9: ...ater filter is installed behind the hose connector on the water inlet NOTE Use a good quality fibre reinforced water hose with a standard coupling NOTE This machine has the ability to draw its own water meaning you can use water not under pressure such as rainwater collected in a water butt See page 16 BEFORE USE IMPORTANT The engine is supplied without any oil in it and must be filled to the corr...

Page 10: ...ove the fuel tank cap Just inside the fuel tank is a fuel strainer which should be checked periodically and any contaminants which have accumulated must be removed 2 Pour unleaded petrol through the fuel strainer and into the fuel tank Do not fill above the fuel strainer shoulder Use unleaded petrol with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher 3 Replace the fuel filler cap securely WARNING REFUEL IN ...

Page 11: ...PRESSURE WASHER 1 Turn the water supply on making sure that the tap is fully open 2 Set the choke lever to the CLOSE position 3 Set the fuel supply valve to the ON position 4 Slide the throttle lever to the left approximately 3 4 of the way WARNING FAILURE TO TURN ON THE WATER COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE PRESSURE WASHER ...

Page 12: ...than once 7 Once the engine has warmed up slide the choke lever to the OPEN position The pressure washer is now ready for use 8 Release the trigger lock 9 Ensuring that you have a firm footing and that you are also holding the gun assembly and spray lance firmly pull the trigger on the gun to start water flow The lance and gun will kick back when the trigger is first pulled WARNING ONCE THE PRESSU...

Page 13: ...the nozzle proceed as follows 1 Hold the shaft of the lance in one hand 2 Twist the nozzle with the other hand The spray varies between narrow and wide as you turn the nozzle ADJUSTING THE PRESSURE The machine output is preset at the factory To lower the contact pressure 1 Back away from the surface to be cleaned The further away you are the less the pressure will be on the surface being cleaned 2...

Page 14: ...ax both available from your CLARKE dealer 3 Hold the rear of the nozzle on the high pressure lance and slide the front of the nozzle forwards to low pressure 4 Spray the detergent onto the vehicle patio etc Allow the detergent a little time to work itself into the grime 5 To rinse slide the front of the nozzle on the lance back towards the handle and use the pressure washer as normal SHUTTING DOWN...

Page 15: ...to the off 0 position 4 Turn water supply off at the tap NEVER turn the water off with the engine running 5 Release the pressure in the pump and hose by squeezing the trigger for a few seconds until no more water comes out of the nozzle 6 Turn the fuel supply valve to the OFF position 7 Rotate the trigger lock to the locked position ...

Page 16: ...a water butt To do this you must carry out the following procedure 1 Remove the quick connector from the water inlet 2 Attach the filter to the end of the braidedpipe supplied 3 Connect other end of the filter pipe to the water inlet 4 Fill the priming bottle with water 5 Connect the hose from the bottle to the self suction valve shown 6 Place the filter into the water source and start the pressur...

Page 17: ...osition NOTE If the water butt runs out of water the pressure washer will need to be primed before use by repeating steps 4 10 STORAGE BEFORE STORING THE PRESSURE WASHER 1 Disconnect the high pressure hose and drain all water from the hose 2 Coil the hose and store the lance hose in their respective holders located on either side of the pressure washer STORAGE PROCEDURE Make sure that the pressure...

Page 18: ...ning tool provided and back flush with clean water 5 Direct water supply into the end of the lance for 30 seconds to back flush loosened particles 6 Reconnect the lance to the gun assembly and turn on the water supply CLEANING THE WATER INLET FILTER The screen filter should be checked periodically and cleaned if necessary 1 Remove the filter from the water inlet of the pump as shown 2 Clean the fi...

Page 19: ...trainer properly installed CLEANING THE AIR FILTER 1 Release the two clips on the air filter cover 2 Remove the air filter cover 3 Remove the air filter elements 4 Wash the elements in a solution of warm water and mild detergent 5 Rinse thoroughly and leave the elements to dry Once it is completely dry immerse the filter in clean engine oil and sqeeze to remove excess oil If the air filter is dama...

Page 20: ...ap LONG TERM STORAGE For long term storage 1 The petrol tank should be drained Ensure that the engine is cold before draining the tank 2 Remove the fuel tank cap and use a pump type syphon to drain the petrol into an appropriate clean container Do not store petrol for long periods of time Dispose of excess petrol in an environmentally safe way Your local recycling centre can advise you on the best...

Page 21: ... OFF position Set the engine switch to the ON position Choke lever is set to the ON position when the engine is already warm Set the choke lever to the OFF right position Fuel valve closed Open the fuel valve Lack of pressure initial use Leak in the high pressure hose fitting Tighten the fitting use sealant tape if required Nozzle is obstructed Clear the nozzle Water filter screen is clogged Remov...

Page 22: ...ure hose Chemical build up inside the chemical injector Have the parts cleaned or replaced by your dealer Lack of pressure after a period of normal use Worn seal or packing Have them replaced by your dealer Worn or obstructed valves Have them replaced by your dealer Water leaking at the pump Loose connections Tighten Worn or broken O rings Have them replaced by your dealer Pump head or tubes damag...

Page 23: ...W 30 Fuel Tank Capacity Litres 4 Litres WATER CONNECTION Maximum Inlet Temperature 60 C Maximum Inlet Pressure 3 6 Bar PERFORMANCE DATA Maximum Pump Pressure 200 Bar Working Pressure 150 Bar Maximum Water Flow 8 l min NOISE VIBRATION Sound Power Level LWA 103 dB A Guaranteed Sound Power Level LWA 106 dB A Uncertainty Factor K 2 98 dB Vibration 3 398 m s Uncertainty Factor K 1 5 DIMENSIONS Length 5...

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Page 25: ...0A11 42 Hose Strap RKTIG3000A42 12 Hub Cover RKTIG3000A12 43 Handle Foam RKTIG3000A43 13 Wheel Shaft RKTIG3000A13 44 Cross Pan Head Screw M5x42 RKTIG3000A44 14 11 Plastic Wheel RKTIG3000A14 45 Nozzle Grommet RKTIG3000A45 15 Clip RKTIG3000A15 46 Injection Hose RKTIG3000A46 16 Spring Wire RKTIG3000A16 47 Bottle Cap RKTIG3000A47 17 Baseboard RKTIG3000A17 48 Bottle RKTIG3000A48 18 Engine Cushion RKTIG...

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