Harbor Freight Tools 47761 - Manual (Page 22)

SKU 47761 PAGE 22 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
If the steps above do not solve the problem or if the repairs involved are too
complex, contact a qualified technician.
IMPORTANT!
Be CERTAIN to shut off the Pressure Washer, release all pressure in a safe manner, and
disconnect it from power and water before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing the unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING
WATER LEAKING FROM WITHIN THE HOUSING
Seals or gaskets may be worn or damaged.
Leaking water creates a shock hazard;
PROMPTLY have the unit inspected and
repaired by a qualified technician.
The thermal safety Switch may be
tripped. Switch the unit off and allow
the unit to rest for 20-30 minutes and
try again.
The following points should be
applied to help reduce the
frequency of rest periods:
1. NEVER ALLOW THE UNIT TO SIT IDLE
FOR LONGER THAN 2 MINUTES. Use
proper operating techniques. Review the
Operating Tips section, page 15.
2. Verify that this unit is being supplied
with the correct voltage, see page 13, #2.
Connect the plug to the outlet nearest
the circuit breaker panel and remove any
other loads that may be on the circuit.
3. If possible, reduce the length of or
eliminate any extension cord used, see
page 9.
PRESSURE WASHER STOPS SUDDENLY
UNIT OPERATES
NORMALLY AFTER
RESTING
UNIT DOES NOT
START AFTER
RESTING
Dry self thoroughly
and check the circuit
breaker on your
household panel.
Make sure unit is
totally dry, then
press reset button.
If GFCI continues
to trip, contact a
certified electrician.
Check the indicator on the GFCI power
plug (explained under
Controls and
Features, #2 on page 11).
INDICATOR NOT
RED
INDICATOR
APPEARS RED
Check for electrical shorts. If no shorts are
found, reset breaker.
If breaker continues to trip, try another circuit
or contact a certified electrician. Have the unit inspected
and repaired by a
qualified technician.
BREAKER NOT
TRIPPED BREAKER TRIPPED