Last updated 14/02/2014 Version 1.2
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Troubleshooting
Symptom
Possible cause(s)
Corrective Action(s)
No detergent suction
–
units with tanks
1.
Lance nozzle is not in
low pressure.
2.
High pressure
extension hose is too
long.
3.
Injector clogged on
pump.
1. Slide lance nozzle
into low pressure
position (see page 13)
2. Remove high
pressure extension
hose or use high
pressure hose shorter
than 25 feet.
3. Contact the distributor
No detergent suction
–
units with attachable
applicators
1.
Detergent applicator is
clogged
1.
Clean applicator with
warm water.
2.
Replace the
applicator.
Unit begins to smoke
1. Overheated,
overloaded or damaged
motor.
1. Turn off and call the
dealer.
Pressure washer does
not start up
1. Unit is pressurised.
2. Plug is not well
connected or electrical
socket is faulty.
3. Extension cord is too
long or wire size too
small.
4. Main voltage supply is
too low.
5. Thermal safety switch
has tripped.
1. Squeeze trigger on
gun.
2. Check plug, socket
and fuse.
3. Remove extension
cord.
4. Check that main
supply voltage age is
adequate.
5. Switch off motor unit
and allow motor to
cook down.
Pump does not reach
necessary pressure
1.
Water inlet filter is
clogged
2.
Pump is sucking air
from hose connections
3.
Nozzle is worn or not
correct
4.
Unloader is clogged or
Worn
5.
Valves is clogged or
worn
1. Clean the water inlet
filter.
2. Check that
connections and
locking ring are
properly tightened.
3. Call the dealer.
4. Call the dealer.
5. Call the dealer.
Fluctuating Pressure
1.
Pump is sucking in air.
2.
Clogged nozzle.
3.
Valves dirty, worn or
stuck.
4.
Water Seals worn.
1. Check that the hoses
and connections are
tight.
2. Clean with tip
cleaner(see page 8)
3. Call the dealer
4. Call the sealer
Motor stops suddenly
1. Extension cord is too
long or wire size too
small.
2. Thermal safety switch
has tripped due to
overheating.
1. Remove extension
cord (see page 4)
2. Check that main
supply corresponds to
specifications.
