Before working on the washer, disconnect the lug from the power supply socket.
To ensure good performance, check and clean the suction and detergent filters after every
50 hours of operation FIG. 11.
Clean the nozzle with the tool provided. Remove the lance from the gun; remove any dirt
from the nozzle hole (FIG. 12) and rinse.
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
Pump/spray gun is
leaking Centre.
Contact your nearest Service
by itself
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.
10. Circuit Diagram
11. DISPOSAL
Recycling the washer
Do not dispose of electrical appliances as unsorted municipal waste, use separate collection
facilities.
Contact you local government for information regarding the collection systems available.
If electrical appliances are disposed of in landfills or dumps, hazardous substances can leak
into the groundwater and get into the food chain, damaging your health and well-being.
When replacing old appliances with new ones, the retailer is legally obligated to take back
your old appliance for disposals at least free of charge.
12.Warranty Information
Rockworth products have a limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship from the date
of purchase. Rockworth products are designed for Domestic/Light Industrial use and the warranty does
not apply to defects resulting from accidental damage, improper use, or exceeding the design limits of the
product.
Please take time to read the instruction manual provided. For more information on the range, please visit
www.rockworthproducts.co.za
Rockworth is exclusively manufactured for and distributed by Agrinet (Pty) Ltd.
Private Bag x165, Centurion, 0046
T: +27(0) 12 657 2222
E: [email protected]
