Halfords HP 1400 - Manual (Page 9)

Troubleshooting chart
Symptom Possible cause(s) Corrective Action(s)
Pressure washer
does not start
1. Unit is pressurized
2. Plug is not correctly connected
or electric socket is faulty
3. Extension cord too long or wire
size too small
4. Main voltage supply too low 1. Squeeze trigger on gun
2. Check plug and socket
3. Remove extension cord
4. Check that main supply
voltage is adequate
Pump does not
reach necessary
pressure
1. Water inlet filter is clogged
2. Pump sucking air from hose
connections
3. Nozzle worn or not correct size
1. Clean water inlet filter
2. Check that connections
and locking ring are
properly tightened
3. Contact customer
careline, do not return
pressure washer to
store of purchase.
Fluctuating Pressure
1. Pump sucking in air
2. Clogged nozzle
1. Check that hoses and
connections are tight
2. Clean with tip cleaner
(see page 6)
Motor stops
suddenly 1. Extension cord too long or wire
size too small
2. Thermal safety switch has
tripped due to overheating 1. Remove extension cord
(see page 4)
2. Check that main supply
voltage corresponds to
specifications
No detergent suction
– units with
attachable
applicators 1. Detergent applicator clogged
1. Flush applicator with
warm water.
2. Replace applicator
Unit begins to smoke 1. Overheated, overloaded or
damaged motor 1. Turn off unit and
contact customer
careline, do not return
pressure washer to
store of purchase.
Recycling
This product bears the selective sorting symbol for waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be
handled pursuant to European Directive 2002/96/EC in order to be
recycled or dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment.
For further information, please contact your local or regional authorities.
Electronic products not included in the selective sorting process are
potentially dangerous for the environment and human health due to the presence of hazardous
substances.
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