1800 SERIES PRESSURE WASHER
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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Hotsy 1800
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97-6244 Rev. 7/06
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possible causes
corrective action
pressure
Washer Will
not run
Pump switch in OFF position.
Place switch in ON position.
Power supply disconnected.
Connect power supply.
Fuse blown or circuit breaker
tripped in electrical supply line.
Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Use only
circuits of adequate capacity.
Motor circuit overload tripped.
Allow sufficient time for motor to cool down.
Place pump switch in ON position.
pressure
Washer runs
but Won’t spraY
Trigger of trigger gun released.
Squeeze trigger.
Water supply not turned on.
Open water supply valve.
Clogged pressure nozzle.
Clean pressure nozzle opening.
Inlet water screen clogged.
Check screen and clean if necessary.
Pump sucking air.
Fill the detergent container and check for loose
hose clamps or fittings.
loW spraY
pressure at
noZZle
Inadequate water supply.
Fully open faucet. Check for kinked or damaged
hose. Use 5/8" minimum hose. Check for debris
clogging inlet screen.”
Partially clogged or damaged
pressure nozzle.
Clean or replace.
Air being drawn through deter-
gent inlet line.
Refill detergent container. Ensure that pick-up
screen is fully immersed.
uneven spraY
pattern
Partially clogged or damaged
pressure nozzle.
Clean or replace.
pressure Washer
Will not produce
hot Water Water
(continued)
Burner switch in OFF position.
Place switch in ON position.
Gas valve switch in OFF
position.
Place switch in ON position.
Inadequate fuel supply.
Check fuel supply.
Pump switch turned off.
Pump must be running before burner will light.
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