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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS 

WHEN THE SWITCH IS IN THE “I” POSITION THE MACHINE WILL NOT START 

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

   SOLUTION

 

Electrical socket is faulty 

 

 

Check plug, socket, and fuses 

Voltage is inadequate   

 

 

Check that the voltage is adequate  

GFCI trips 

 

 

 

  Reset / Try another outlet 

Power cord is not plugged in   

 

Plug in power cord 

 

THE PUMP DOES NOT REACH ADEQUATE PRESSURE OR FLUCTUATES 

 

PROBABLE CAUSE  

 

 

SOLUTION

 

Water Intake Filter is clogged 

 

Remove and clean filter 

Pump is drawing air   

 

 

Tighten connections/bleed system  

Suction valves are clogged/worn    

Clean or replace valves 

Diameter of garden hose too small    

Replace with ¾ inch garden hose  

Water supply is restricted    

 

Check hose for kinks or leaks 

Insufficient water supply     

 

Fully open water source 

 

THE PRESSURE WASHER HAS OR WILL NOT MAINTAIN PRESSURE 

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

 

 

 

SOLUTION

 

Excessive air in waterline and pump    

Turn unit and water supply off / 

 

 

 

 

 

Bleed system / Hold trigger down  

 

THE PRESSURE WASHER MAKES EXCESSIVE NOISE 

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

 

 

 

SOLUTION

 

Intake is blocked    

 

 

Check the intake valves 

Valves are worn, dirty, or clogged    

Check, clean or replace valves 

Water Intake Filter is dirty    

 

Check, clean, or replace filter 

 

THE MOTOR STOPS RUNNING WHILE IN USE 

 

PROBABLE CAUSE

 

 

 

SOLUTION

 

Net voltage lower than suggested   

Check that the voltage is adequate 

1800 PSI Pressure Washer

Summary of Contents for 1800 PSI Electric SP-WE175

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Page 2: ...tions Warnings and Usage Instructions 2 5 Assembly Instructions 6 8 Operating Instructions 9 12 Detergents 12 13 Clean up and Storage 14 15 Cleaning Tips 16 Technical Data 17 Troubleshooting Tips 18 L...

Page 3: ...ptacle the indicator should appear red If the indicator is not red depress the RESET button on the GFCI until the indicator appears red If the indicator does not appear red please see Section titled T...

Page 4: ...you are directing the high pressure spray 8 Keep cleaning area clear of all people 9 Keep good footing and balance at all times do not overreach or stand on an unstable support 10 The work area shoul...

Page 5: ...ical wiring or fatal electric shock may result SERVICING OF A DOUBLE INSULATED APPLIANCE In a double insulated product two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding No means of grounding...

Page 6: ...that the water supply you use for the pressure washer is not dirty sandy and does not hold any corrosive chemical products Using a dirty water supply will compromise the long life of the pressure was...

Page 7: ...and check them against the following list of components that are included A High Pressure Washer D Adjustable Nozzle B Gun E Brass Connector C High Pressure Hose F Water Intake Filter Pre Installed To...

Page 8: ...zzle into the gun Push and turn the adjustable nozzle clockwise onto the gun until hand tight to lock it in place When the pieces are joined properly you cannot separate the two components by pulling...

Page 9: ...removed Twist on tight to avoid leakage Step 4 Attach the brass connector to pressure washer Before attaching the connector to the male fitting remove the plastic cap which is inserted onto the male f...

Page 10: ...ect the high pressure hose to the high pressure outlet fitting as per assembly step 3 Open the water supply valve completely Before turning the unit on press the gun trigger to bleed all the remaining...

Page 11: ...lance before using the units 3 Continue holding trigger for approximately one minute to allow any excess air out of the unit Water will flow through the gun at low pressure during this procedure 4 Lo...

Page 12: ...low Remove the cap on the detergent reservoir and fill with liquid detergent only see Figure B below Do not put any water into the reservoir The pressure washer will mix water and detergent automatica...

Page 13: ...motor when in use When the trigger is released the motor will stop When the trigger is squeezed the motor will start up again Use the adjustable spray nozzle to apply detergents and to rinse clean Bio...

Page 14: ...NING NEVER USE PRODUCTS WITH BLEACH OR CHLORINE OR ANY OTHER CORROSIVE MATERIALS INCLUDING LIQUIDS CONTAINING SOLVENTS I E GAS OILS ETC TRI SODIUM PHOSPHATE PRODUCTS AMMONIA OR ACID BASED CLEANERS THE...

Page 15: ...from the pressure washer and gun Disconnect garden hose from the pressure washer Remove excess water from the pump by tipping the unit on both sides to drain any remaining water from inlet and outlet...

Page 16: ...TER SUPPLY ATTACHED WILL CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE UNIT Always store the pressure washer parts and accessories in an area with a temperature above 0 C 32 F WARNING FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE STORAG...

Page 17: ...a direct spray Caution For softer woods increase the distance from the cleaning area Cement Patios Stone and Brick Rinse cleaning and surrounding area with fresh water If using detergent fill the det...

Page 18: ...the fan spray keeping the tip of the spray nozzle at least 1 3 inches from the cleaning surface Maintain a further distance from the cleaning area when using a direct spray TECHNICAL DATA GUARANTEE Re...

Page 19: ...lace valves Diameter of garden hose too small Replace with inch garden hose Water supply is restricted Check hose for kinks or leaks Insufficient water supply Fully open water source THE PRESSURE WASH...

Page 20: ...location and the availability of replacement parts All decisions of Steele with regard to this limited warranty shall be final This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have othe...

Page 21: ...on and start up costs Expendable parts or accessories supplied with the product which are expected to become inoperative or unusable after a reasonable period of use Merchandise sold by Steele which h...

Page 22: ...21 1800PSI PRESSURE WASHER EXPLODED VIEW...

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