Homelite HL80220 Pressure Washer User Manual


 
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Pressure washer does not start
when trigger is depressed
Power cord not connected to power
source
Switch is off
GFCI is tripped
House/shop circuit breaker is tripped
Connect the power cord to a live
120V AC, 60 Hz AC receptacle.
Turn switch on.
Press reset button on the GFCI
plug.
Reset house/shop breaker. Make
sure pressure washer is connected
to an individual branch circuit only. If
using an extension cord, make sure it
is heavy enough to carry the current
of the pressure washer.
Pump doesn’t produce pressure Inadequate water supply
Spray wand leaks
Nozzle is clogged
Pump is faulty
Air in line
Water inlet filter is clogged or dirty
Provide adequate water flow.
Check connections and / or replace
wand.
Clean nozzle.
Contact authorized service center.
Squeeze trigger on spray wand to
remove air from line.
Remove the water inlet filter, rinse
with warm water, then replace in
unit.
Machine doesn’t reach high
pressure
Diameter of garden hose is too small
Water supply is restricted
Not enough inlet water
Replace with 3/4 in. garden hose.
Check garden hose for kinks, leaks,
and blockages.
Open water source full force.
No detergent Detergent injector is empty
The dial on the detergent injector is
turned completely clockwise
Water supply is inadequate or
clogged
Replace detergent pouch.
Turn the dial counter clockwise to
desired soap level.
Check garden hose for kinks, leaks
and blockages.
Wand leaks O-ring needs replacing Replace o-ring. If this does not
correct the problem, contact your
authorized service center to purchase
a new wand.