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PCA • 8.917-985.0 • Rev. 10/12

PRESSURE 

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leshooting  Guide

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

ENGINE OPERATES 
FOR 15 MINUTES 
THEN STOPS

Not enough gas or engine oil

Fill tank with gas. Check oil level.

Vapor lock developed by heat of day

Keep gas tank full to avoid vapor locking.

Obstruction in fuel fi lter

Clean or replace fuel fi lter.

ENGINE LACKS 
POWER

Dirty air fi lter

Replace air fi lter.

ENGINE FALTERS

Choke is opened too soon

Move choke to halfway position until engine 
runs smoothly.

WATER DRIPPING 
FROM UNDER PUMP

Piston packing worn

Call local distributor.

O-Ring plunger retainer worn

Call local distributor.

Cracked piston

Call local distributor.

OIL DRIPPING 
FROM UNDER PUMP

Oil seal worn or damaged

Call local distributor.

WATER LEAKING 
FROM PUMP 
PROTECTOR

Spray gun closed with machine 
running 5 minutes or longer

Open spray gun or turn off machine.

Excess water supply pressure

Place a pressure regulator at end of 50' 
garden hose.

NO DETERGENT

Detergent suction tube not properly 
connected to machine

Check connection.

Detergent is too thick

Dilute detergent. For best results, use 
manufacturers detergent.

Detergent fi lter valve is at lowest 
setting

Set detergent fi lter valve to a higher setting.

Filter on detergent suction tube is 
clogged

Run warm water through fi lter to remove 
debris.

Damaged or clogged detergent suc-
tion tube

Remove obstruction or replace detergent 
suction tube.

A high pressure nozzle is attached.

Replace with black detergent nozzle. 

Discharge nozzle is obstructed

Blow out or remove debris with fi ne needle.

GARDEN HOSE 
CONNECTION 
LEAKS

Loose fi ttings

Tighten fi ttings.

Missing/worn rubber washer

Insert new washer.

SPRAY WAND 
LEAKS

Spray wand not properly attached

Slide the spray wand into the gun. Turn the 
wand collar clockwise onto the spray gun 
threads until tight.

Broken o-ring

Call local distributor and order an o-ring.

PUMP IS NOISY

Pump is sucking air

Check that hoses and fi ttings are air tight. 
Turn off machine and purge pump by 
squeezing trigger gun until a steady fl ow of 
water emerges through nozzle. 

TROUBLESHOOTING

Summary of Contents for 1.107-124.0

Page 1: ...17 985 0 OPERATOR S MANUAL MODEL ORDER PCA3 27324 1 107 124 0 PCA3 30324 1 107 125 0 PCA4 35324 1 107 126 0 To locate your local Landa Commercial Pressure Washer Dealer nearest you visit www landa com PCA ...

Page 2: ...d record both serial number and date of purchase and keep in a safe place for future reference PCA 8 917 985 0 Rev 10 12 Important Safety Information 4 6 Component Identification 7 Assembly Instructions 8 Operating Instructions 9 10 Detergent and General Operating Techniques 11 Shut Down and Clean Up 12 Storage 12 Troubleshooting 13 14 Preventive Maintenance 15 Hose and Spray Gun Assembly and Part...

Page 3: ...ly Failure to follow in structions could cause mal function of the machine and result in death serious bodily injury and or property damage 2 Know how to stop the machine and bleed pressure quickly Be thoroughly familiar with the controls 3 Stay alert watch what you are doing WARNING KEEP WATER SPRAY AWAY FROM ELECTRICAL WIRING WARNING Keep wand hose and water spray away from electric wiring or fa...

Page 4: ...o not allow acids caustic or abrasive fluids to pass through the pump IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING This product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation A spark arrestor may be required The operator should contact Local fire agenci...

Page 5: ...to the pump 22 Protect discharge hose from vehicle traffic and sharp objects Inspect condition of high pressure hose before using or bodily injury may result 23 Before disconnecting discharge hose from water outlet Open the spray gun to relieve pressure 24 Do not overreach or stand on unstable support Keep good footing and balance at all times 25 Do not operate this machine when fatigued or under ...

Page 6: ...y gun High Pressure Hose Connect one end to water pump discharge nipple and the other end to spray gun Pump Protector Cycles fresh cool water through pump when recirculating water reaches 140 F Note If trigger on spray gun is released for more than 1 2 minutes water will leak from valve Warm water will discharge from pump protector onto floor This system prevents internal pump dam age COMPONENT ID...

Page 7: ...llar forward until secure STEP 5 Attach wand to spray gun using teflon tape on wand threads STEP 6 Pull spring loaded collar of the wand coupler back to insert your choice of pressure nozzle STEP 9 Connect garden hose to the cold water source STEP 10 Check inlets filters remove debris then connect the garden hose to pump water inlet CAUTION Do not run the pump without water or pump damage will res...

Page 8: ...ump oil level by using dipstick or observe oil level in oil window if equipped Use 40 wt non detergent oil STEP 4 Connect garden hose to the cold water source and turn water on completely Never use hot water STEP 6 Slide the fuel valve lever to the ON position When the engine is not in use leave the fuel valve in the OFF position STEP 5 Trigger the spray gun to eliminate trapped air then wait for ...

Page 9: ...UTION Small engines may kick back Do not hold pull starter grip tightly in hand OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Never replace nozzles without engaging the safety latch on the spray gun trigger The four color coded quick connect nozzles provide a wide array of spray widths from 0 to 40 and are easily accessible when placed in the convenient rubber nozzle holder which is provided on the front of the ...

Page 10: ...leaning surface with fresh water Place de tergent suction tube directly into cleaning solution and apply to surface at low pressure for best results limit your work area to sections approximately 6 feet square and always apply detergent from bottom to top Allow detergent to remain on surface 1 3 minutes Do not al low detergent to dry on surface If surface appears to be drying simply wet down surfa...

Page 11: ...essure washer is not being operated or is being stored for more than one month follow these instructions 1 Replenish engine oil to upper level 2 Drain gasoline from fuel tank fuel line fuel valve and carburetor 3 Pour about one teaspoon of engine oil through the spark plug hole pull the starter grip several times and replace the plug Then pull the starter grip slowly until you feel increased press...

Page 12: ...ucking air inlet hose leaking Check that all hoses and fittings are airtight Turn off machine and trigger spray gun until a steady flow of water emerges through the nozzle Insufficient water supply Turn water on full force Check garden hose for kinks leaks or blockage PRESSURE LOW AFTER PERIOD OF NORMAL USE Nozzle worn Replace nozzle Unloader valve worn Replace unloader valve ENGINE WILL NOT START...

Page 13: ...0 garden hose NO DETERGENT Detergent suction tube not properly connected to machine Check connection Detergent is too thick Dilute detergent For best results use manufacturers detergent Detergent filter valve is at lowest setting Set detergent filter valve to a higher setting Filter on detergent suction tube is clogged Run warm water through filter to remove debris Damaged or clogged detergent suc...

Page 14: ...ery 6 months Replace Quick Connects O Rings Annually As needed Clean Water Screen Filter Weekly Replace HP Hose Annually if there are any signs of wear PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE This pressure washer was produced with the best available materials and quality craftsmanship However you as the owner have certain responsibilities for the correct care of the equipment Attention to regular preventa tive m...

Page 15: ...1 8 723 576 0 Nozzle 0003 Red Legacy 1 8 902 482 0 Nozzle 0015 Yellow Legacy 1 8 902 484 0 Nozzle 0025 Green Legacy 1 8 902 485 0 Nozzle 0040 White Legacy 1 Quick Connect Nozzle Kit 3 5 3000 PSI Models 1 8 723 577 0 Nozzle SACQMEG 0003 5 Red Legacy 1 8 726 104 0 Nozzle SAQCMEG 1503 5 Yellow Legacy 1 8 708 526 0 Nozzle SAQCMEG 2503 5 Green Legacy 1 8 902 487 0 Nozzle SAQCMEG 4003 5 White Legacy 1 Q...

Page 16: ...AL Date Oil Changed Month Day Year Estimated Operating Hours Since Last Oil Change Date Oil Changed Month Day Year Estimated Operating Hours Since Last Oil Change OIL CHANGE RECORD Check pump oil and engine oil level before first use of your new pressure washer ...

Page 17: ...ter field labor charges or freight damage WHAT YOU MUST DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE While not required for warranty service we request that you register your LANDA pressure washer by returning the com pleted registration card In order to obtain warranty service on items warranted by LANDA you must return the product to your Authorized LANDA Dealer freight prepaid with proof of purchase within th...

Page 18: ...Form 8 917 985 0 PCA Revised 10 12 Printed in U S A or Mexico ...

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