Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE KING 140 Hot Washer.
This machine is a lightweight, portable, high pressure power washer,
designed for DIY and light commercial use ONLY
It comprises an electric motor, a pump, a high pressure hose with a trigger
and lance, and an adaptor for injecting foam or cleaning agents into the
water jet. Additionally, a burner is incorporated to provide hot water when
required for hot washing.
Before attempting to use your Hot Washer, please read this instruction
manual thoroughly and follow all instructions carefully. By doing so you will
ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can
look forward to it giving you long and satisfactory service.
GUARANTEE
This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a
period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt
as proof of purchase. This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to
have been abused or tampered with in any way, or not used for the
purpose for which it was intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product
can be returned to us without prior permission. This guarantee does not
effect your statutory rights.
CONTENTS
Specifications ................................................................................ 2
Parts and Service Contacts ......................................................... 2
Accessories ................................................................................... 2
Safety Precautions ........................................................................ 4
Electrical Connections ................................................................. 6
Assembly and Preparation for Use ............................................. 7
Operation ...................................................................................... 9
Maintenance .............................................................................. 11
Servicing ...................................................................................... 11
Parts List ....................................................................................... 12
Parts Diagram ............................................................................. 13
Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 14
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Pressure drop
Pressure fluctuations or
pressure drop
Oil leakage
Motor does not start
when switched on
Motor hums when
switched on and does
not start
Motor cuts out
Additives are not being
supplied
Air in system
Worn high pressure nozzle.
Pressure regulator incorrectly
set
No water
Water supply hose too long/
too small diameter
No water due to clogged
filter
Worn seals
Plug is not connected
properly.
Mains fuse blown/switched
off
Mains voltage too low
Incorrect dia cable resulting
in voltage drop
Trigger Switch not operated
Motor protection switch has
been activated due to
overheating or motor
overload
Nozzle clogged
Injector clogged
Additive container empty
Lance not correctly set
Bleed system by quickly
switching off pistol grip several
times. If necessary operate the
machine briefly without the high
pressure hose connected.
Renew nozzle
Set to required working pressure
by pushing nozzle in or pulling out
Turn on water tap
Use minimum 1/2" dia. water
supply hose
Clean water filter (never operate
without filter)
Contact your CLARKE distributor
Check plug and lead and have
them replaced by a qualified
electrician if necessary
Rectify
Have electrical connection
checked
Use correct diameter of cable
Operate trigger
Ensure supply voltage and unit
voltage are equal. Switch off and
allow to cool for at least three
minutes before trying again.
Clean using the supplied nozzle
cleaning needle
Clean
Fill additive container
Set the lance to low pressure by
pulling the nozzle out
FAULT
CAUSE
REMEDY
TROUBLE SHOOTING
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