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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Pump has following
problems: failure to produce
pressure, erratic pressure,
chattering, loss of pressure,
low water volume.
Detergent fails to mix with
spray.
Engine shuts down during
operation.
Generac Portable Products 3500 PSI Pressure Washer
Cause
1.
Low pressure spray tip installed.
2.
Water inlet is blocked.
3.
Inadequate water supply.
4.
Inlet hose is kinked or leaking.
5.
Clogged inlet hose strainer.
6.
Water supply is over 100°F.
7.
High pressure hose is blocked or
leaks.
8.
Gun leaks.
9.
Spray tip is obstructed.
10. Pump is faulty.
1.
Detergent siphoning tube is not
submerged.
2.
Chemical filter is clogged or
cracked.
3.
Dirty in-line filter.
4.
Low pressure spray tip installed.
Out of gasoline.
Correction
1.
Replace spray tip with high pressure
spray tip.
2.
Clear inlet.
3.
Provide adequate water flow.
4.
Straighten inlet hose, patch leak.
5.
Check and clean inlet hose strainer.
6.
Provide cooler water supply.
7.
Clear blocks in outlet hose.
8.
Replace gun.
9.
Clean spray tip.
10. Contact Authorized service facility.
1.
Insert detergent siphoning tube into
detergent.
2.
Clean or replace filter/detergent
siphoning tube.
3.
See "Check In-Line Filter".
4.
Replace spray tip with high pressure
spray tip.
Fill fuel tank.
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