Troubleshooting; Warranty - Simpson CLEAN MACHINE CM60976 Operator's Manual

Winter or Long Term Storage
Follow steps After Each Use.
NOTICE Water left in pump could freeze and permanently
damage pump. Freeze damage is not covered under

warranty.

Protecting the Pump
To protect the pump from damage caused by mineral deposits or
freezing, use POWERWASHER® Pump Guard. This
prevents freeze damage and lubricates plunger and seals.
NOTICE Pump Guard is available as an optional accessory. It is
not included with the electric pressure washer.
NOTICE You must protect your unit from freezing temperatures.
• Failure to do so will permanently damage your pump and
render your unit inoperable.

Troubleshooting

Problem
Pump has following problems:
failure to produce pressure,
erratic pressure, chattering,
loss of pressure, low water
volume.
Unit fails to start when spray
gun trigger is squeezed.
Detergent fails to mix with
spray.
Cause
1. Water inlet is blocked.
2. Inadequate water supply.
3. Garden hose is kinked or leaking.
4. Clogged water inlet screen.
5. Water supply is over 90°F (32°C).
6. High pressure hose is blocked or
leaks.
7. Nozzle is obstructed.
8. Pump is faulty.
1. Water supply is not turned on.
2. Unit is not turned on.
3. Garden hose is too long.
1. Transparent tube is clogged or
cracked.
2. Transparent tube is not
attached to detergent tank.
3. Tip wrong
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CAUTION: Always store your pressure washer in a location where
the temperature will not fall below 40 °F (4 °C). The pump in
this machine is susceptible to permanent damage if frozen.
FREEZE DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED BY THE WARRANTY.
Final Storage Procedures
1. Coil power cord.
2. Coil high pressure hose.
3. Store spray gun and accessories appropriately.
4. Store unit in a clean, dry area that is protected from freezing
temperatures.
5. Cover unit with a suitable protective cover that does not
retain moisture.
Correction
1. Clear inlet.
2. Provide adequate water flow.
3. Straighten garden hose or replace if leaking.
4. Check and clean water inlet screen.
5. Provide cooler water supply.
6. Clear blocks in high pressure hose or replace hose.
7. Clean nozzle.
8. Contact the authorized service center.
1. Turn on water supply.
2. Press the master ON/OFF switch to the Pressure
Washer ON ( | ) position. Reset GFCI.
3. Use only 50 ft. (15.24 m) maximum garden hose.
1. Clean or replace transparent tube.
2. Attach transparent tube to bottom of
detergent tank.
3. Intall soap tip on wand