14. Disconnect from the mains supply before carrying out any
maintenance or servicing.
15. Never pull the washer by the power cable, or yank the cable it to
disconnect from the socket. Keep the cable away from heat, oil or
sharp edges.
16. Observe all precautions
regarding the use of
flammable liquids when filling
the fuel tank.
17. Take care when handling the
lance when hot washing.
The metal components can
become very hot. It is
strongly advised that a good
pair of industrial gloves be
worn.
IMPORTANT:
If the machine must be used in an enclosed area, ensure the burner
exhaust is vented to the outside atmosphere.
All venting must be in accordance with applicable laws and local
ordinances for such installations.
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18. DO NOT operate the machine indoors or in enclosed areas without
adequate ventilation, or in areas where flammable vapours (Petrol,
solvents etc.), may be present.
19. This machine MUST be connected to the mains supply via a Residual
Current Device (RCD)
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Should the machine fail to operate, despite carrying ou the above procedures, it is probable
that it requires servicing. Please contact your Clarke dealer.
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
Motor operates but no
hot water
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.
Trigger Switch not operated
Machine overheating
O v e r h e a t i n g - T h e r m a l
Overload activated
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
Push nozzle IN or OUT as req’d
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 conns. checked
Use correct diameter of cable
Operate trigger
See Heating Overload
Ensure supply voltage and unit
voltage are equal. See Motor
Thermal Overload
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
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Fuse blown
Replace 1 amp fuse (see page 13)
If problem persists, contact your
Clarke dealer.
