6. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SYMPTOMS
REASON
REMEDY
Pump does not reach required pressure
Nozzle incorrect or worn
Replace the nozzle
Dirty filter
Clean or replace filter
Air being sucked into the system
Check that hoses and fittings are air tight
Water pressure low
Check that hoses/fittings are water tight and
tap is fully open
Worn seals
Contact Authorised Service Agent
Fluctuating pressure
Nozzle worn or blocked
Replace the nozzle
Water too hot
Reduce temperature
Pump sucking air
Check that hoses and fittings are air tight
Water or oil leaks
Seals worn
Contact Authorised Service Agent
Motor does not start when switched on
No electrical power
Check plug connections and mains power
supply is active
Automatic cut-off system fault
Contact Authorised Service Agent
Motor hums but does not start when switched on
Motor/pump jammed
Contact Authorised Service Agent
Unsuitable mains voltage
Check for adequate power supply and cable
condition
Pump frozen
Leave unit to thaw naturally. The pressure
washer should be protected from the threat
of freezing. Extensive pump damage could
otherwise occur (see Section 4.6.5)
Incorrect extension cable
Use a suitable extension cable. See Section
1 Elect. Safety
The motor stops
Tripped thermal cut-out due to overheating Check that the mains voltage matches the
specifications
Switch off the motor and let machine cool for
3 minutes
No detergent
Detergent container is empty
Refill detergent container
Detergent pick up body clogged
Clear blockage
Injector clogged
Clean injector
Nozzle not set to low pressure
Move nozzle to low pressure position
Incorrect nozzle fitted
Fit correct nozzle (see contents, item 6)
Jet is ineffective, ragged or unsteady
High pressure nozzle clogged
Clean high pressure nozzle
Selector sleeve for type of jet wrongly set
Adjust selector sleeve
Fuse blows in plug
Back pressure build up of water causes
machine to draw high amperage
Depress trigger before switching on the
machine
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NOTE:
It is our policy to continually improve products and as such we reserve the right to alter data, specifications and component parts without prior notice.
IMPORTANT:
No liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product.
WARRANTY:
Guarantee is 12 months from purchase date, proof of which will be required for any claim.
INFORMATION:
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Environmental Protection.
Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be
sorted, taken to a recycle centre and disposed of in a manner which is compatible with the environment.
When the product is no longer required, it must be disposed of in an environmentally protective way. Contact your local
solid waste authority for recycling information.
