Symptom
Cause
Garden hose
Loose fittings.
connection
Missing/worn rubber washer.
leaks.
7. Why does the wand/nozzle leak?
Symptom
Cause
Spray wand,
Spray nozzle not properly attached. Insert the spray nozzle into the trigger gun. Carefully press in
extension, or
nozzle leaks.
Broken o-ring or plastic insert.
8. Why is the pump noisy?
Symptom
Cause
Pump is noisy.
Pump is sucking air
9. Why is there water leaking from the pump?
Symptom
Water leaks from
pump (up to 10 drops
per minute
is permissible).
10. Why is there oil dripping from my unit?
Symptom
Cause
Oil is dripping
Oil seals are damaged or worn.
11. Why does the motor buzz, but fails to run?
Symptom
Cause
Motor buzzes
Supply voltage below minimum.
but fails to run.
System has residual pressure.
Voltage loss due to extension cord.
Pressure washer not used for long periods. Call the Toll-Free Hotline: 1-866-902-9690
Cause
Loose fittings.
Water seals are damaged or worn.
Solution
Tighten fittings.
Insert new washer. Call the Toll-Free Hotline: 1-866-902-9690
Solution
against the spring tension, and twist into thelocked position.
Call the Toll-Free Hotline: 1-866-902-9690
Solution
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.
Solution
Check that all fittings are tight.
Call the Toll-Free Hotline: 1-866-902-9690
Solution
Call the Toll-Free Hotline: 1-866-902-9690
Solution
Verify that only the pressure washer is running on this
circuit.
Turn unit "OFF", squeeze trigger on spray wand to release
pressure, then turn unit "ON".
Unplug any extension cords attached
and plug the unit directly into the outlet.
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