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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Unit will not turn on.

1. Check the power cord is plugged directly into an outlet.

2. Do not use an extension cord.

3.  Make sure the power switch is turned on.

Note: 

When pressure switch is turned on, the pressure washer will turn on by itself for 1-2 

seconds and shut off. This is normal.

The high pressure 

(HP) hose will 

not connect/stay 

connected to the 

spray gun. Is this a 

spray gun problem?

1.  In most cases, the spray gun is not the problem. The problem is the rubber sleeve 

covering the fitting at the end of the high pressure hose. It has likely slipped up toward 

the metal tip. To fix: wiggle, twist and/or pull the rubber sleeve down until the entire tip 

is visible plus an 1/8 in. of the metal fitting below the tip. Now try to insert the hose tip 

into the spray gun. It should “click” into place and will not come out until the hose is 

released by pushing in the lever on the underside of the gun. You may cut away the end 

of the sleeve with a sharp knife if unable to move the sleeve down. Be careful not to cut 

or puncture the hose.

2. Do not push in the release button when connecting the high pressure hose.

The unit is running 

but there is no water 

flow.

1.  Check the water source. Unclog the nozzle on the lance. (See nozzle cleaning 

instructions under “Cleaning nozzles”.) Or take off the lance and just spray out of the 

spray gun. This will indicate if the problem is with the lance.

2. Reconnect the QC Garden Hose Adapter to the clear quick connect.

Why is water leaking 

where the high 

pressure hose 

connects to the spray 

gun?

1.  Make sure there is an o-ring at the end of the metal tip of the high pressure hose. If 

no o-ring is present, the connection between the hose and spray gun will leak. 

I can’t remove the 

lance from the spray 

gun. What should I 

do?

1.  All lances and the detergent bottles are attached and removed from the extension 

lance in the same manner. Insert the quick-release end of the lance/detergent bottle 

into the extension lance. Press the extension lance and lance together (about a 1/8”) 

and turn clockwise. The lance will lock in place. Remove the lance by reversing this 

procedure. Press the extension lance and lance together and turn counter clockwise. 

The lance will slide out. 

2.  Or, hold the extension lance and lance in an upright position with the nozzle end on 

the floor. Push the whole assembly straight down to loosen the connection, and then 

follow the removal process again. You may also spray soapy water or a lubricant in the 

area where the lance connects to the extension lance.

The pressure 

washer turns on for 

2 seconds, shuts 

off, and will not turn 

back on. Do I have a 

defective unit?

1.  It sounds like your pressure washer is working just fine. When the water is connected, 

the accessories are assembled properly, and the power switch is turned on, the 

pressure washer may turn on for 1 - 2 seconds to prime the pump. It automatically 

shuts off and waits for the spray gun trigger to be pressed. When the trigger is pressed, 

water starts flowing through the pump. The water sensor in the pump “senses” the 

moving water and automatically turns the pressure washer on.

2.  Turn the power switch to off, hold in the trigger on the spray gun, so that you have a 

steady stream of water. While you are holding the trigger open on the spray gun, at the 

same time, turn the power switch on. 

Summary of Contents for JETWASH SP160RLW

Page 1: ... customer service department 8 30 am 5 00 pm Monday Friday service austechindustries com au 2320 Electric Pressure Washer ASSEMBLY CARE AND USE INSTRUCTIONS Model SP160RLW READ CAREFULLY IMPORTANT RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND ATTACH RECEIPT TO MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE MAX PSI ...

Page 2: ...mbly Instructions 6 Operating Instructions 11 Care and Maintenance 14 Troubleshooting 15 Limited Warranty 16 SPECIFICATIONS Model Maximum PSI lbs sq in Max LPM Litres per min Cold Water Volts Watts Weight Kg SP160RLW 2320 7 3 240 2200 14 1 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS INTENDED APPLICATION This pressure washer is intended for DOMESTIC CLEANING APPLICATIONS ...

Page 3: ...ilter 1 K Patio Cleaner 1 L Rotary Brush 1 M Stabiliser Foot 1 AA Screws 2 PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY A Pressure Washer Unit 1 B High Pressure Hose 1 C Nozzle Cleaning Wire 1 D Turbo Nozzle Lance 1 E Variable Spray Nozzle Lance 1 F Spray Gun 1 G Spray Gun Trigger Lock 1 AA Screw Qty 1 Note Screw is located in package with manual J E F C D G AA K L A B H I M ...

Page 4: ...are alert 10 Watch your balance and footing while using your pressure washer Surfaces become slippery when wet and are extra slippery when using a detergent or cleaner 11 NEVER operate the pressure washer in bare feet sandals or open toed shoes 12 When using the pressure washer near children make sure they are closely supervised by an adult to avoid injury NEVER let a child use the pressure washer...

Page 5: ... the spray gun 32 NEVER operate the pressure washer unless all components are properly and securely connected 33 NEVER allow the pressure washer pump to run for more than one minute after you have turned off the water supply This can cause the motor and pump to overheat and fail 34 NEVER use lances or other parts that are not compatible for this specific SP Jetwash unit 35 NEVER spray any electric...

Page 6: ...LY INSTRUCTIONS PREPARATION Power Unit Assembly Slide the spray gun holster H onto left side when facing the pressure washer unit A Note When placing the gun with the lance attached the nozzle will rest in this tray 1 H A Screw x 1 AA AA Screw Qty 1 2 A I AA Slip tab into slot and screw the nozzle tray I on bottom left when facing the pressure washer unit A Secure with screw AA Note DO NOT use a p...

Page 7: ...e hose B to spray gun F by screwing collar over gun inlet Hand tighten turning clockwise until tight Hose is now securely attached to the spray gun Note High pressure hose B is fitted to the hose reel and ready to use It only needs to be attached to the spray gun F Slip tab of stabiliser foot M into slot on bottom right of the pressure washer Secure stabiliser foot M to pressure washer A using scr...

Page 8: ...re lance installation To lock the trigger of the spray gun I aim the gun away from you and push the lock button from right to left After doing so squeeze or pull the trigger to make sure it is locked and will not move Always leave lock button in locked position when not in use This ensures the gun is in safe mode until it is ready for use 8 L L F F L Rotary Brush Installation The rotary brush is s...

Page 9: ...turning clockwise WARNING The patio cleaner is only intended to be used on flat patio surfaces Do not attempt to use it on steps or use it vertically on walls Never attempt to touch the rotating nozzle while operating Attach the extension lance to the angle connector and then attach the extension lance to the brass adaptor and then attach the spray gun F to the brass adaptor Check if the patio is ...

Page 10: ...back while pushing QC garden hose adapter N onto the transparent water filter J The water is now connected to your pressure washer Note To remove water hose pull back on the collar and it will slide off the clear quick connect This can be done at any time You have now completed the assembly and are ready to begin using your electric pressure washer Read and observe all safety instructions 2 1 12 N...

Page 11: ...f cycle that may prevent it from turning on while squeezing trigger after rapid squeezing Use slow deliberate trigger pulls to avoid such symptoms OFF 0 ON I OFF 0 ON I Always test a small area to avoid chance of damaging the surface Turn the tap on fully to ensure good water supply Make sure the ON OFF switch is in the OFF position The power switch has international symbols for on and off On Off ...

Page 12: ...th the adjustable nozzle in low pressure mode The pressure washer will pull a ratio of water to detergent of 10 1 or 10 parts water to 1 part detergent The detergent concentration can be adjusted by turning the detergent knob on the front of the machine Turn it right for more concentration or turn it left for a diluted less concentrated mix When removing the detergent tank remove lid and place fin...

Page 13: ...f etc You can vary the force of your pressure washer by controlling 1 The angle of the surface being cleaned 2 The distance of the nozzle from the surface being cleaned NEVER use a narrow high pressure stream of water on soft surfaces susceptible to damage Use the high low nozzle lance when cleaning windows Be sure to adjust the nozzle to low spray and place the nozzle approximately four to five f...

Page 14: ...erly ALWAYS spray detergent on a dry surface DO NOT pre soak area Wetting the surface first dilutes the detergent and reduces its cleaning ability DO NOT allow detergent to dry on surface On vertical surfaces being cleaned apply detergent to lower surfaces and work your way up to prevent detergent from causing streaks in the dirt and grime Rinse detergent by pressure washing from bottom up for sam...

Page 15: ...spray gun 1 Make sure there is an o ring at the end of the metal tip of the high pressure hose If no o ring is present the connection between the hose and spray gun will leak I can t remove the lance from the spray gun What should I do 1 All lances and the detergent bottles are attached and removed from the extension lance in the same manner Insert the quick release end of the lance detergent bott...

Page 16: ... neglect or normal wear and tear 1 2 Has been used in a manner other than for which it was originally designed 1 3 Has been tampered with or is otherwise than as supplied by Austech Industries 1 4 Where any damage malfunction or other failure of the equipment or any part thereof resulted directly or indirectly from unauthorized persons adjusting or failing to adjust any part requiring normal maint...

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