Troubleshooting - Power Stroke PS142012 Manual Del Operador

PROBLEM
Pressure washer does not start
when trigger is depressed
Pump doesn't produce pressure
Machine doesn't reach high pressure
No detergent
Wand leaks

TROUBLESHOOTING

POSSIBLE CAUSE
Power cord not connected to power
source
The start button is in the OFF
position (O)
GFCI is tripped
House/shop circuit breaker is tripped
Water pressure in hose
Receptacle is bad
Inadequate water supply
Spray wand leaks
Nozzle is clogged
Pump is faulty
Air in line
Water inlet filter is clogged or dirty
Diameter of garden hose is too small
Water supply is restricted
Not enough inlet water
Hose is leaking
Kink in hose
Soap tank is empty
Water supply is inadequate or
clogged
Wrong nozzle is attached
O-ring needs replacing
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SOLUTION
Connect the power cord to a live 120V
AC, 60 Hz AC receptacle.
Put the start button in the ON position (I).
Press reset button on the GFCI plug.
Reset house/shop breaker. Make sure
pressure washer is connected to an
individual branch circuit only. If using
an extension cord, make sure it is
heavy enough to carry the current of
the pressure washer.
Squeeze trigger to relieve water
pressure.
Try another receptacle.
Provide adequate water flow.
Check connections and/or replace
wand.
Clean nozzle.
Contact authorized service center.
Squeeze trigger on spray wand to
remove air from line.
Remove the water inlet filter, rinse with
warm water, then replace in unit.
Replace with 3/4 in. (19 mm) garden
hose.
Check garden hose for kinks, leaks, and
blockages.
Open water source full force.
Replace hose.
Eliminate kinks in hose.
Add additional detergent to tank.
Check garden hose for kinks, leaks and
blockages.
Attach blue or black soap nozzle.
Replace o-ring. If this does not correct
the problem, contact your authorized
service center to purchase a new wand.