Troubleshooting Chart - Gasoline Powered Pressure Washers Only
Symptom
Pressure washer will not spray
detergent
Service Record
Maintenance performed
Date
Notes
Possible Cause(s)
1.
Nozzle not pushed up far enough
2.
Clog, kink, or hole in detergent suction hose
3.
Hose length too long
4.
Lance not functioning properly
5.
Not using quick connect detergent tip
Corrective Action(s)
1.
Push nozzle forward as far as it will go
2.
If clean, unkink or replace hose
3.
Use only hose length provided with initial purchase of
pressure washer. Detergent suction will not function if
more than once section of hose is attached to unit
4.
Remove lance from gun. If detergent is dispensed
through gun, the lance must be replaced. If not deter-
gent is dispensed through gun, remove 1" tapered
detergent barb from pump. Clean the barb, and make
sure that ball and spring are properly aligned with
tapered portion of the spring facing the ball. The ball
should be on top of the spring
5.
Use black quick connect detergent tip
Replacement components required
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