Troubleshooting - Yard force YF1600A1 Operator's Manual

Disconnect the machine from the power source before making any repairs.
Symptom
Motor does not run when
"ON" ( I ), fully connected
and trigger depressed.
Unit does not reach high
pressure.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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 dam-
aged.
Electrical outlet does not
supply adequate power.
Tripped pressure washer
thermal protector.
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
Pump is sucking air.
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Solution
Turn switch to the "ON" ( I
) position.
Plug in power cord.
Replace extension cord with
either a 25' (7.6 m) 14/3
gauge cord or a 50' (15 m)
14/3 gauge 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.
Replace with desired high
pressure tip.
Check that hoses and fit-
tings are airtight. Turn OFF
machine, and purge
pump by squeezing trigger
gun until a steady flow of
water emerges through the
nozzle.