Troubleshooting; Cleaning The Nozzle - Challenge 1500W High Pressure Washer Instruction Manual

PROBLEM SOLVING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Machine does not start • Plug not connected.
• Defective socket.
• Fuse blown.
• Defective extension cable.
• Wrong mains voltage.
• Not switched on.
• RCD (if used) tripped.
Pump stops • Fuse blown.
• Overheating due to poor
water supply.
Strong pressure fluctuations • Nozzle partly blocked.
Machine does not reach • Nozzle blocked/worn out.
operating pressure • Inadequate mains water.
• Inlet hose squeezed.
• Water filter clogged.
• Inlet hose blocked.
Lance trigger will not operate • Safety catch on.
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CORRECTION
• Connect plug.
• Try another socket.
• Change the fuse.
• Try without extension cable.
• Check that the mains voltage
corresponds to the specification
of the machine.
• Switch on.
• Reset RCD.
• Change the fuse and check the
length of extension cable.
• Check the inlet water flow rate
hose should fill a 10 litre bucket in
1 minute.
• Clean dirt from nozzle hole with
needle and rinse from the front.
• Clean/replace nozzle.
• Check inlet water flow rate.
• Straighten out hose.
• Clean filter.
• Check hose for leaks or blockages.
• Release safety catch.
WASTE ELECTRICAL PRODUCTS SHOULD NOT BE
DISPOSED OF WITH HOUSEHOLD WASTE. PLEASE
RECYCLE WHERE FACILITIES EXIST. CHECK WITH
YOUR LOCAL AUTHORITY FOR RECYCLING ADVICE.
ADDENDUM

Cleaning the Nozzle

- If the flow rate of water decreases, stops or the jet pressure fluctuates, the nozzle
may be blocked and it needs to be cleaned.
1. Ensure that the appliance is switched off and the mains supply is disconnected.
2. Ensure that the water supply has also been turned off fully from the tap.
3. Clean dirt from the nozzle hole with enclosed needle and rinse from the front.
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