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PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Pressure washer does not start when
trigger is depressed
Power cord not connected to power
source
Switch is off
GFCI is tripped
House/shop circuit breaker is tripped
Connect the power cord to a live 120V
AC, 60 Hz AC receptacle.
Turn switch on.
Press reset button on the GFCI plug.
Reset house/shop breaker. Make sure
pressure washer is connected to an
individual branch circuit only. If using an
extension cord, make sure it is heavy
enough to carry the current of the
pressure washer.
Pump doesn’t produce pressure
Inadequate water supply
Spray wand leaks
Nozzle is clogged
Pump is faulty
Air in line
Water inlet filter is clogged or dirty
Provide adequate water flow.
Check connections and / or replace
wand.
Clean nozzle.
Contact authorized service center.
Squeeze trigger on spray wand to
remove air from line.
Remove the water inlet filter, rinse with
warm water, then replace in unit.
Machine doesn’t reach high pressure
Diameter of garden hose is too small
Water supply is restricted
Not enough inlet water
Replace with 3/4 in. garden hose.
Check garden hose for kinks, leaks, and
blockages.
Open water source full force.
No detergent
Detergent tank is empty
Water supply is inadequate or clogged
Wrong nozzle is attached
Add additional detergent to tank.
Check garden hose for kinks, leaks and
blockages.
Attach variable spray wand and set to
(-)
Wand leaks
O-ring needs replacing
Replace o-ring. If this does not correct
the problem, contact your authorized
service center to purchase a new
wand.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PUMP LUBRICANT
The pressure washer pump has been filled with sufficient lubricant
at the factory and is maintenance free. You do not need to check
or add lubricant to the pump before initial use.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE PRESSURE
WASHER
See Figure 9.
CAUTION:
Do not run the pump without the water supply connected and
turned on.
Connect the garden hose.
Turn the garden hose on then squeeze the trigger to relieve air
pressure. Once a steady stream of water appears, release the
trigger.
After ensuring the On/Off switch is in the
OFF ( O )
position,
connect the pressure washer to the power supply.
Press the reset button on the pressure washer’s plug to make
sure the unit is ready for operation.
Turn
ON ( I )
on the switch to start the motor.
To stop the motor, release the trigger and turn
OFF
( O )
on the switch.
NOTE:
The pressure washer may be on and the sytem may have
pressure even when the pump and/or motor cannot be heard
running. Always use caution around the pressure washer.
WARNING:
Hold the trigger handle securely with both hands. Expect the
trigger handle to move when the trigger is pulled due to reaction
forces. Failure to do so could cause loss of control and injury
to yourself and others.
USING THE TRIGGER AND LOCK-OUT
See Figure 10.
For greater control and safety, keep both hands on the
trigger handle at all times.
Pull back and hold the trigger to operate the pressure wash-
er.
Release the trigger to stop the flow of water through the noz-
zle.
To engage the lock-out:
Push the lock-out button to the left on the trigger until it snaps
into place.
To disengage the lock-out:
Push the button to the right on the trigger.
For the most effective cleaning, the nozzle end of the spray wand
should be between 8 in. and 24 in. from the surface to be cleaned.
If the spray is too close it can damage the cleaning surface.
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with the product to make you care-
less. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is
sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being
thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury.
WARNING:
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recom-
mended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of
attachments or accessories not recommended can result in
serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Never direct a water stream toward people or pets, or any
electrical device. Failure to heed this warning could result in
serious injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
Cleaning boats, motorcycles, outdoor furniture, grills, house
siding, patios, steps, decks, walkways, driveways
ADDING DETERGENT TO THE PRESSURE
WASHER
See Figure 8.
Use only detergents designed for pressure washers; house-
hold detergents, acids, alkalines, bleaches, solvents, flam-
mable material, or industrial grade solutions can damage
the pump. Many detergents may require mixing prior to use.
Prepare cleaning solution as instructed on the solution bottle.
Disconnect pressure washer from power supply.
Place pressure washer upright on a flat surface.
Remove cap from detergent tank.
Press detergent release button and remove tank from unit.
Pour detergent into tank.
NOTE:
Use a funnel, if needed, to prevent accidental spilling
of the detergent outside the tank. If any detergent is spilled dur-
ing the filling process, make sure the unit is cleaned and dried
before proceeding.
Return detergent tank to unit and be sure it is properly put back
into position.
Reinstall cap.
Select the detergent tank to be used.
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