Troubleshooting - Craftsman CMEPW1800 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.
No detergent.
Garden hose connection leaks.
Spray wand or extension leaks.
Pump is excessively noisy.
Water leaks from pump.
Oil leaks.
Motor buzzes but fails to run.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

CAUsE
Unit not plugged in.
ON/OFF switch is in the OFF position.
Wand trigger not being squeezed.
GFCI tripped.
Check if breaker is tripped in house.
Water faucet not fully turned on.
Water inlet filter clogged.
Nozzle worn.
Pump is sucking air.
Water supply restricted.
Not enough inlet water supply.
Pump is sucking air.
Water inlet screen clogged.
Discharge nozzle is obstructed.
Detergent container is empty.
Detergent bottle or suction tube not
properly connected.
Detergent is too thick.
Filter on detergent suction tube is clogged. Run warm water through filter to remove debris.
Damaged or clogged detergent suction tube. Remove obstruction or replace detergent suction tube.
Discharge nozzle is obstructed.
Flow control knob closed.
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.
CORRECTiOn
Plug in power cord.
Turn switch to the "ON" position.
Squeeze trigger with switch in "ON" position.
Press reset button at GFCI on plug end of cord.
Plug cord into a different outlet on its own breaker.
Open water valve fully.
Remove filter and rinse to clean.
Contact CRAFTSMAN customer service representative at 1-888-331-4569.
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.
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.
Add more detergent.
Check connections.
Use detergent recommended for use in pressure washers only.
Blow out or remove debris.
Adjust the flow control knob on the top of the high pressure foam cannon.
Tighten fittings.
Replace washer in hose adapter.
Insert the spray wand into the wand extension. Push in and turn to lock
spray wand into place.
Contact CRAFTSMAN customer service representative at 1-888-331-4569.
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 CRAFTSMAN customer service representative at 1-888-331-4569.
Contact CRAFTSMAN customer service representative at 1-888-331-4569.
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.
Do not use extension cord with this unit - plug directly into outlet.
Contact CRAFTSMAN customer service representative at 1-888-331-4569.