Troubleshooting – Steele Products SP-WE180 User Manual
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Problem
Possible Cause
Correction
Motor will not start
or stops while
operating
Circuit breaker
tripped or fuse blown
in circuit fuse box
Disconnect all other loads on the same
circuit and reset circuit breaker or
replace fuse
Loose or discon-
nected plug
Reconnect plug
Tripped pressure
washer circuit
breaker
Allow to cool and restart unit
Circuit breaker trips
or fuse
blown in fuse box
Circuit overload
Check that circuit is rated 15 A or greater.
Disconnect all loads on the circuit
Extension cord too
long or wire size
Use proper extension cord as
recommended in Operator’s Manual
Nozzle partially
blocked
Clean nozzle as instructed
Water or oil leaking
from
bottom of pump
A small amount of
leakage is normal
If excessive leaking occurs call
Customer Service Department
Pressure increases
when
gun is closed
Bypass valve not op- Call Customer Service Department
erating properly
Motor running but
pump not building
maximum pressure
or has irregular
pressure
Faucet closed
Open faucet.
Unit has been stored
in freezing
temperature
Thaw out unit completely including
hose, gun and wand
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