Troubleshooting - Black & Decker BEPW1300 Instruction Manual

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WARNING: Risk of Unsafe Operation. Before servicing unit unplug or disconnect electrical supply, turn water supply
off, discharge residual pressure, and engage spray handle lock‑off.
PROBlEM
Motor does not start.
Unit does not reach high pressure.
Output pressure varies high/low.
Garden hose connection leaks.
Spray wand leaks.
Pump is excessively noisy.
Water leaks from pump.
Oil leaks.
Motor buzzes but fails to run.
No detergent.
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CAUsE
Unit not plugged in.
ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.
Wand trigger not being squeezed.
Water faucet not fully turned on.
Water inlet filter clogged.
Nozzle worn.
Pump is sucking air.
Water supply restricted.
Unit is not properly self primed
Not enough inlet water supply.
Pump is sucking air.
Water inlet screen clogged.
Discharge nozzle is obstructed.
Loose fittings.
Missing/worn rubber washer.
Spray wand not properly attached.
Broken O-ring.
Pump is sucking air.
Loose fittings.
Water seals are damaged or worn.
Oil seals are damaged or worn.
Supply voltage below minimum.
System has residual pressure.
Voltage loss due to extension cord.
Cleaner not used for long periods.
Detergent container is empty.
Detergent bottle or suction tube not
properly connected.
Detergent is too thick.
Filter on detergent suction tube is clogged.
Damaged or clogged detergent suction tube.
Discharge nozzle is obstructed.
CORRECTiOn
Plug in power cord.
Turn switch to the "ON" position.
Squeeze trigger with switch in "ON" position.
Open water valve fully.
Remove filter and rinse to clean.
Replace with new nozzle.
Check that hoses and fittings are air tight. Turn OFF machine and purge pump by squeezing trigger gun until a
steady flow of water emerges from the nozzle.
Check water hose for kinks, leaks and blockage.
Refer to Self Priming under Assembly and Adjustments.
Turn water on full force - check hose for leaks and kinks.
Check that hoses and fittings are air tight. Turn OFF machine and purge pump by squeezing trigger gun until a
steady flow of water emerges from the nozzle.
To unclog, rinse off with water.
Blow out or remove debris.
Tighten fittings.
Replace washer in hose adapter.
Insert the spray wand into the spray handle. Push in and turn to lock spray wand into place.
Contact your local dealer
Check that hoses and fittings are air tight. Turn OFF machine and purge pump by squeezing trigger gun until a
steady flow of water emerges from the nozzle.
Check that all fittings are tight.
Contact your local dealer
Contact your local dealer
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.
Plug directly into outlet.
Contact your local dealer
Add more detergent.
Check connections.
Use detergent recommended for use in pressure washers only.
Run warm water through filter to remove debris.
Remove obstruction or replace detergent suction tube.
Blow out or remove debris.