Pressure Washer Operator's Manual

SpeedClean™ 2200 PSI Pressure Washer
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Cause Correction
Pump has following problems:
failure to produce pressure, erratic
pressure, chattering, loss of
pressure, low water volume.
1. Nozzle in low pressure mode.
2. Water inlet is blocked.
3. Inadequate water supply.
4. Inlet hose is kinked or leaking.
5. Clogged inlet hose strainer.
6. Water supply is over 100°F.
7. High pressure hose is blocked or
leaks.
8. Gun leaks.
9. Orifice is obstructed.
10. Pump is faulty.
1. Pull nozzle backward for high
pressure mode.
2. Clear inlet.
3. Provide adequate water flow.
4. Straighten inlet hose, patch leak.
5. Check and clean inlet hose
strainer.
6. Provide cooler water supply.
7. Clear blocks in outlet hose.
8. Replace gun.
9. Clean orifice.
10. Contact local service facility.
Detergent fails to mix with spray.
1. Detergent shut-off valve is in the
"Off" position.
2. Dirty in-line filter.
3. Nozzle is in high pressure mode.
1. Rotate detergent shut-off valve on
cleaning tank to "On" position.
2. See "Check In-Line Filter".
3. Push nozzle forward for low
pressure mode.
Engine runs good at no-load but
"bogs" when load is added.
Engine speed is too slow. Move throttle control to FAST
position. If engine still "bogs down",
contact Briggs and Stratton service
facility.
Pressure washer stops during
operation.
Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank.