Troubleshooting, Problems possible cause possible solution – Snow Joe SPX3000 Pressure Joe 2030 PSI 1.76 GPM 14.5-Amp Electric Pressure Washer User Manual

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Troubleshooting

• Disconnect the unit from the electrical power supply before carrying out maintenance on the machine or when checking that

its parts are in proper working order.

• To avoid unnecessary hassles, consult the following table before contacting customer service with any mechanical issues.

Problems

Possible Cause

Possible Solution

Machine refuses

to start

• Power failure/machine not

plugged into a working receptacle.

• Defective socket.
• Fuse has blown.
• Defective extension cord.

• Check to make sure machine is plugged into

a working outlet.

• Check the power cord and reset the GFCI.

Try a different outlet.

• Replace fuse. Switch off any other machines

that are using the same circuit.

• Try the unit without an extension cord.

• Check the hoses and connections are airtight.
• Clean or replace valves/seals.
• Please call the Snow Joe

®

+ Sun Joe

®

customer

service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563)

for assistance.

• Replace fuse. Switch off other machines using

the same circuit.

• Check that the mains voltage corresponds to

specification on the model tag.

• Leave the washer for 5 minutes to cool down.
• Clean the nozzle.

• Install a fuse with a higher amp rating than the

amp consumption of the machine. Try the unit

without an extension cord.

• Allow machine to run by holding the trigger until

regular working pressure resumes.

• Check that the water supply corresponds to the

specifications required.

WARNING! Avoid using long, thin hoses

(minimum 1/2 in. diameter).

• Clean the nozzle.
• Clean the water inlet filter.
• Straighten out the hose to remove any kinks/blockages.

• Please call Snow Joe

®

+ Sun Joe

®

customer service

center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) for

assistance.

• Wait for pump/hoses or accessories to thaw.
• Connect inlet water.
• Clean the water inlet filter.
• Clean the nozzle.

• Pump sucking air.
• Valves dirty, worn out, or stuck.
• Pump seals worn out.

• Fuse has blown.
• Incorrect mains voltage.
• Thermal sensor activated.
• Nozzle partially blocked.

• Fuse too small.

• Air in inlet hose.
• Inadequate supply of mains water.
• Nozzle partially blocked.
• Water filter blocked.
• Hose kinked.

• Pump/spray gun is leaking.
• Trigger mechanism is broken.

• Pump/hoses or accessories frozen.
• No water supply.
• Water inlet filter blocked.
• Nozzle blocked.

Fluctuating pressure

Machine stops

Fuse blows

Machine pulsating

Machine often starts

and stops by itself

Machine starts, but

no water comes out

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