1.6 GPM @ 2,000 PSI Electric Pressure Washer
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Contact Princess Auto Ltd. for a solution if the tool does not function properly or parts are missing. If unable to do
so, have a qualified technician service the tool.
Problem(s)
Possible cause(s)
Suggested solution(s)
Motor will not start
ON/OFF switch is in OFF position
Turn switch to ON position
Power cord is not plugged in
Plug in power cord
Electrical outlet does not supply
adequate power
Try a different outlet
Tripped GFCI plug
Press RESET button on GFCI plug
Tripped circuit breaker
Turn off pressure washer. Verify that only the
pressure washer is running on this circuit
Unit does not reach
high pressure
Diameter of garden hose is too small
Replace with 3/4 in. garden hose or larger
Water supply is restricted
Check garden hose for kinks, leaks and blockage
Not enough inlet water supply
Turn water on full force
Water inlet filter is clogged
Remove filter and rinse out in warm water
Nozzle is in low pressure position
Push in head of spray wand to
high-pressure position
Output pressure
varies high and low
Not enough inlet water supply
Turn water on full force. Check garden hose for
kinks, leaks or blockage.
Pump is sucking air
Ensure hose and fittings are airtight. Turn off
unit and purge pump by squeezing trigger until a
steady flow of water emerges through the nozzle.
Water inlet filter is clogged
Remove filter and rinse out in warm water
Discharge nozzle is obstructed
Blow out or remove debris with thin,
sharp instrument
Calcium deposits in gun, hose, or wand Run distilled vinegar through detergent
suction tube
No detergent
Detergent container is empty
Add more detergent
Detergent bottle or suction tube not
properly connected
Check connections
Detergent is too thick
Dilute detergent
Filter on detergent suction
tube is clogged
Run warm water through filter to remove debris
Damaged or clogged detergent
suction tube
Remove obstruction or replace detergent
suction tube
Nozzle is in high-pressure position
Pull out head of spray wand to
low-pressure position
Discharge nozzle is obstructed
Blow out or remove debris with thin,
sharp instrument
Garden hose
connection leaks
Loose fittings
Tighten fittings