Product Manual

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Troubleshooting
Fault/Malfunction
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
Motor does not run when on,
fully connected, and trigger is
depressed.
On/Off switch is in the OFF (O)
position.
Turn switch to the ON (-)
position.
GFCI is not plugged in.
Plug in GFCI.
Extension cord is too long.
Extension cord is not proper
gauge. Extension cord is
damaged.
Replace extension cord with
either a 25’ (7.6 m) 14/3 gauge
cord or a 50’ (15 m) 14/3 gauge
cord.
Electrical outlet does not
supply adequate power.
Try a different outlet.
Tripped pressure washer
thermal protector.
Allow to cool, and restart
washer.
Washer does not reach high-
pressure.
Diameter of garden hose is too
small.
Replace with a 1” (25 mm) or
5/8” (16 mm) garden hose.
Water supply is restricted.
Check garden hose for kinks,
leaks and blockage.
Not enough water supply.
Open water source fully.
Water filter screen is clogged.
Remove filter and rinse in
warm water.
Power nozzle is in low-
pressure position.
Replace with desired high-
pressure tip.
Pump is sucking air.
Check that hoses and fittings
are airtight. Turn off washer,
and purge pump by squeezing
trigger handle until a steady
flow of water emerges through
the nozzle.
Output pressure varies
high and low.
Not enough inlet water supply.
Turn water on fully. Check
garden hose for kinks, leaks or
blockage.
⚠WARNING
 Disconnect the pressure washer from the power source before making any repairs.
 Drain the trigger handle assembly of any remaining water. Aim the trigger handle downwards and
squeeze the trigger.