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9. TROUBLE-SHOOTING
Disconnect from the electrical power supply before carrying out user maintenance or checking its
correct functioning.
To avoid unnecessary disappointments, you should check the following before contacting the
service organization:
Symptom Cause Recommended action
Machine refuses
to start
Machine not plugged in
Defective socket
Fuse has blown
Defective extension
cord Plug in machine
Try another socket.
Replace fuse. Switch off other machines.
Try without the extension cord.
Fluctuating
pressure
Pump sucking air
Valves dirty, worn out or
stuck
Pump seals worn out Check that hoses and connections are
airtight.
Clean and replace or refer to local
distributor
Clean and replace or refer to local
distributor
Machine stops
Fuse has blown
Incorrect mains voltage
Thermal sensor
activated
Nozzle partially blocked Replace fuse. Switch off other machines.
Check that the mains voltage corresponds
to specification on the model tag.
Leave the washer for 5 minutes to cool
down.
Clean the nozzle
Fuse blows
Fuse too small Change to an installation higher than the
amp. consumption of the machine. You
may try without the extension cord.
Machine pulsating
Air in inlet hose
Inadequate supply of
mains water
Nozzle partially blocked
Water filter blocked
Hose kinked Allow machine to run with open trigger until
regular working pressure resumes.
Check that the water supply corresponds
to specifications required
NB! Avoid using long, thin hoses (min.
1/2")
Clean the nozzle
Clean the filter
Straighten out hose.
Machine often
starts and stops by
itself
Pump/spray gun is
leaking Centre. Contact your nearest Service
Machine starts, but
no water comes out
Pump/hoses or
accessory frozen
No water supply
Water filter blocked
Nozzle blocked Wait for pump/hoses or accessory to thaw.
Connect inlet water.
Clean the filter
Clean the nozzle
In case problems other than the above occur, please contact your local distributor.
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