Troubleshooting - Yard force YF2200LC 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.
Output pressure varies
high and low.
Detergent is not
working.
Garden hose
connection leaks.
Spray wand, extension,
or nozzle leaks.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
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 damaged.
Electrical outlet does not
supply adequate power.
Tripped pressure washer thermal
protector.
Diameter of garden hose is too small. Replace with a 1" (25 mm) or 5/8" (16 mm)
Water supply is restricted.
Not enough water supply.
Water inlet filter is clogged.
Power nozzle is in low pressure
position.
Pump is sucking air.
Not enough inlet water supply.
Pump is sucking air.
Water inlet filter is clogged.
Discharge nozzle is obstructed.
Calcified gun, hose or power nozzle.
Detergent container is empty.
Detergent bottle or suction tube not
properly connected.
Detergent is too thick.
Filter on detergent suction tube is
clogged.
Damaged or clogged detergent suction
tube.
Nozzle is in high-pressure position.
Discharge nozzle is obstructed.
Loose fittings.
Missing / worn rubber washer.
Spray nozzle not properly attached.
Broken o-ring or plastic insert.
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.
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 fittings are airtight.
Turn OFF machine, and purge pump by
squeezing trigger gun until a steady flow of
water emerges through the nozzle.
Turn water on fully. Check garden hose for
kinks, leaks or blockage.
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.
Remove filter and rinse with warm water.
Blow out or remove debris with a fine
needle.
Run distilled vinegar through detergent
tank.
Add more detergent.
Check connections.
Dilute detergent.
Run warm water through filter to remove
build-up.
Remove obstruction or replace detergent
suction tube.
Use low pressure (black) tip.
Blow out or remove debris with a fine
needle.
Tighten fittings.
Insert new washer.
Ensure quick-connect wand is attached
securely. Ensure spray tip is clicked in
securely.
Call the Toll-Free Hotline.
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Solution