Specifications

Troubleshooting
To avoid unnecessary disappointments, you should check the following before contacting a Nilfisk
Service Centre
Symptom
Cause
Recommended action
Machine
refuses to start
Machine not plugged in
Defective socket
Fuse has blown
Defective extension cable
Plug in machine.
Try another socket.
Replace fuse.
Switch off other machines.
Try without the extension cable.
Fluctuating
pressure
Pump sucking
Valves dirty, worn out or
stuck
Pump seals worn out
Check that hoses and connections are airtight.
Clean and replace or refer to local
Nilfisk distributor.
Machine stops
Fuse has blown
Incorrect mains voltage
Thermal sensor activated
Nozzle partially blocked
Replace fuse. Switch off other machines.
Check that the mains voltage corresponds to
specification on the model tag.
Leave the washer for 5 minutes to cool down.
Clean the nozzle.
Fuse bl
ows
Fuse too small Change to an installation higher than the
amp. consumption of the machine.
You may try without the extension cable.
M
achine
pulsating
Air in inlet hose/pump
Inadequate supply of mains
water
Nozzle partially blocked
Water filter blocked
Hose kinked
Allow machine to run with open trigger until
regular working pressure resumes.
Check that the water supply corresponds to
specifications required (see model tag)
NB! Avoid using long, thin hoses (min. 1/2")
Clean the nozzle.
Clean the filter.
Straighten out hose.
Machine often
starts and
stops by itself
Pump/spray handle is leaking Contact your nearest Nilfisk Service Centre.
Machine
starts, but no
water comes
out
Pump/hoses or accessory
Frozen.
No water supply.
Water filter blocked.
Nozzle blocked.
Wait for pump/hoses or accessory to thaw.
Connect inlet water.
Clean the filter.
Clean the nozzle.