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To apply detergent, follow these steps:
1. Review the use of spray tips.
2. Prepare detergent solution as required by the job. Use only BE-certified
detergent.
3. Place the small filter end of detergent siphoning tube into detergent
container or on-board soap tank (if applicable).
4. Connect the other end of the soap hose to the pressure washer pump.
NOTE: Make sure the filter is fully submerged in detergent during use.
Please note that only the BLACK NOZZLE will draw soap.
5. Ensure that the black spray tip is installed.
6. Make sure the garden hose is connected to the water inlet. Check that the
high pressure hose is connected to spray gun and pump. Turn water on.
NOTICE
You must attach all hoses before you start the engine.
• Starting the engine without all the hoses connected and without the
water turned ON will damage the pump.
• Damage to equipment resulting from failure to follow this instruction
will void warranty.
7. Start the engine following instructions in Starting Your Washer.
8. Apply the detergent to the surface using long, even, overlapping strokes.
9. Allow the detergent to “soak in” for 5 minutes before washing and rinsing.
Reapply as needed to prevent surface from drying. DO NOT allow detergent
to dry on.
IMPORTANT: You must flush the detergent siphoning system after each use by
placing the filter into a bucket of clean water and running the pressure washer
at low pressure for 1-2 minutes.
CAUTION
Chemicals can cause bodily harm and/or property damage.
• NEVER use caustic liquid with pressure washer.
• Use ONLY pressure washer safe detergent/soaps. Follow all manufacturers
instructions and do not mix detergents with other types.
USING BLACK SOAP NOZZLE
Problem Cause Correction
Unit has following
problems: failure to
produce pressure, erratic
pressure, chattering, loss
of pressure, low water
volume.
1. Low pressure spray tip installed.
2. Water inlet is blocked.
3. Inadequate water supply.
4. Inlet hose is kinked or leaking.
5. Clogged inlet hose screen.
6. Water supply is over 100°F (38°C).
7. High pressure hose is blocked or leaks.
8. Spray gun leaks.
9. Spray tip is obstructed.
10. Pump is faulty.
1. Replace with high pressure spray tip.
2. Clear inlet.
3. Provide adequate water flow.
4. Straighten inlet hose. Replace if leaking.
5. Check and clean inlet hose screen.
6. Provide cooler water supply.
7. Clear blocks in outlet hose.
8. Replace spray gun.
9. Clean spray tip.
10. Contact local service facility.
Detergent fails to mix
with spray.
1. Detergent siphoning tube is not submerged.
2. Detergent siphoning tube/filter is clogged
or cracked.
3. High pressure spray tip installed.
1. Fully submerge detergent siphoning tube
into detergent.
2. Clean or replace filter/ siphoning tube.
3. Replace with low pressure spray tip.
Engine lacks power. 1. Dirty air filter. 1. Replace air filter.
Engine will not start
1. Throttle lever or on/off switch in OFF
position.
2. No fuel in engine
3. Worn, fouled, or dirty spark plug
4. Pressure build up in pump
1. Turn throttle lever to ON position
2. Fill fuel tank or turn on fuel supply
3. Replace with factory recommended spark
plug
4. Squeeze trigger on spray wand (refer to
operating instructions in owner’s manual)
Oil Alert (for units with
this feature)
Engine isn’t level or the oil level is too low Place engine on level surface or perform an oil
change using SAE 10W30 oil (refer to engine
user manual for instructions)
Engine runs well at no
load but “bogs” down
under full load
1. Engine speed is too slow 1. Adjust Throttle Lever back to full throttle.
GASOLINE ENGINES
Troubleshooting Chart
If you are experiencing an issue that is not listed in this chart, or have checked
all the possible causes listed and are still experiencing the problem, see your
authorized dealer or call our support line.
TROUBLESHOOTING