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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Motor will not start.
Unit does not reach
high pressure.
Output pressure varies
high and low.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
On/Off switch is in the
“OFF” (O) position.
Power cord is not plugged in.
Extension cord is too long.
Extension cord is not proper
gauge.
Extension cord is damaged.
Electrical outlet does not sup-
ply adequate power.
Tripped pressure washer
circuit breaker
Diameter of garden hose is
too small.
Water supply is restricted.
Not enough water supply.
Water inlet filter is clogged.
Power nozzle is in low-
pressure position.
Pump is sucking air.
Not enough inlet water supply.
Pump is sucking air.
Water inlet filter is clogged.
SOLUTION
Turn switch to the “ON”
( | ) position.
Plug in power cord.
Replace extension cord with either
a 25’ (7.6 m)
14 AWG cord or a 50’
(15 m) 14 AWG cord.
Try a different outlet.
Allow to cool, and restart unit.
Replace with a 1” (25 mm) or 5/8”
(16 mm) garden hose.
Check garden hose for kinks,
leaks and blockage.
Open water source fully.
Remove filter and rinse in warm
water.
Turn power nozzle to high-
pressure position.
Check that hoses and fittings are
airtight. Turn “OFF” machine, and
purge pump by squeezing trigger
gun until a steady flow of water
emerges through the nozzle.
Turn water on fully. Check garden
hose for kinks, leaks or blockage
Check that hoses and fittings are
airtight. Turn “OFF” machine, and
purge pump by squeezing trigger
gun until a steady flow of water
emerges through the nozzle.
Remove filter and rinse with warm
water.