CleanForce CF1400 User manual

Clean Force Pressure Washer Tips & FAQs
Questions and troubleshooting the CleanForce CF1400 and CF1800 pressure washers.
1. How do I winterize my pressure washer
2. Why does the motor not start
3. Why can't my unit reach high pressure
4. Why does the pressure vary from high and low
5. Why is there no detergent coming out
6. Why does the garden hose connection leak
7. Why does the wand/nozzle leak
8. Why is the pump noisy
9. Why is there water leaking from the pump
10. Why is there oil dripping from my unit
11. Why does the motor buzz, but fails to run
1. How do I winterize my pressure washer
Winterizing your pressure washer will help protect and prolong its life. We strongly recommend you follow the below
steps using Pressure Washer Antifreeze (039-8602-0). This will keep the internal parts lubricated, protected from rust,
and prevents the pump from freezing.
1. Connect the pump saver hose onto the adaptor and quick-connect coupling.
2. Depress button on top of pump saver container.
3. Continue until fluid exits the pressure hose.
4. Remove the hose from pump inlet.
If you cannot do the Optimum Winterizing procedure, you can still protect your pressure washer from winter damage by
doing the below:
1. Disconnect all water connections.
2. Turn on the machine for a few seconds, until the remaining water in the pump exits. Turn off immediately.
3. Do not allow high-pressure hose to become kinked.
4. Store the machine and accessories in a room that does not reach freezing temperatures. Do not store near furnace
or other sources of heat as it may dry out the pump seals.
2. Why does the motor not start
Symptom Cause Solution
Motor will not
start.
On/Off switch is in the "OFF" (O)
position.
Turn switch to the "ON" ( | ) position.
Power cord is not plugged in. Plug in power cord.
Extension cord is too long.
Extension cord is not proper gauge.
Extension cord is damaged.
Replace extension cord with either a 25' (7.6 m) 14/3 gauge cord
or a 50' (15 m) 14/3 gauge cord.
Electrical outlet does not supply
adequate power.
Try a different outlet.
Tripped pressure washer
circuit breaker
Allow to cool, and restart unit.

3. Why can't my unit reach high pressure
Symptom Cause Solution
Unit does not
reach high
pressure.
Diameter of garden hose is too
small.
Replace with a 1" (25 mm) or 5/8" (16 mm) garden hose.
Water supply is restricted. Check garden hose for kinks, leaks and blockage.
Not enough inlet water supply. Open water source fully.
Water inlet filter is clogged. Remove filter and rinse in warm water.
Power nozzle is in low-pressure
position.
Turn power nozzle to high-pressure position.
Pump is sucking air. Check that hoses and fittings are airtight. Turn "OFF" machine,
and purge pump by squeezing trigger gun until a steady flow of
water emerges through the nozzle.
4. Why does the pressure vary from high and low
Symptom Cause Solution
utput pressure
varies high and
low.
Not enough inlet water supply. Turn water on fully. Check garden hose for kinks, leaks or
blockage.
Pump is sucking air. Check that hoses and fittings are airtight. Turn "OFF" machine,
and purge pump by squeezing trigger gun until a steady flow of
water emerges through the nozzle.
Water inlet filter is clogged. Remove filter and rinse in warm water.
Discharge nozzle is obstructed. Blow out or remove debris with a fine needle.
Calcified gun, hose or power
nozzle.
Run distilled vinegar through detergent tank.
5. Why is there no detergent coming out
Symptom Cause Solution
No Detergent Detergent container is empty. Add more detergent.
Detergent bottle or suction tube not
properly connected.
Check connections.
Detergent is too thick. Dilute detergent.
Filter on detergent suction tube is
clogged.
Run warm water through filter to remove debris.
Damaged or clogged detergent
suction tube.
Remove obstruction or replace detergent suction tube.
Nozzle is in high-pressure position. Turn nozzle tip to low-pressure position.
Discharge nozzle is obstructed. Blow out or remove debris with a fine needle.
6. Why does the garden hose connection leak

Symptom Cause Solution
Garden hose
connection
leaks.
Loose fittings. Tighten fittings.
Missing/worn rubber washer. Insert new washer. Call the Toll-Free Hotline: [phone]
7. Why does the wand/nozzle leak
Symptom Cause Solution
Spray wand,
extension, or
nozzle leaks.
Spray nozzle not properly attached. Insert the spray nozzle into the trigger gun. Carefully press in
against the spring tension, and twist into thelocked position.
Broken o-ring or plastic insert. Call the Toll-Free Hotline: [phone]
8. Why is the pump noisy
Symptom Cause Solution
Pump is noisy. Pump is sucking air Check that hoses and fittings are airtight. Turn off machine and
purge pump by squeezing trigger gun until a steady flow of water
emerges through the nozzle.
9. Why is there water leaking from the pump
Symptom Cause Solution
Water leaks from
pump (up to 10 drops
per minute
is permissible).
Loose fittings. Check that all fittings are tight.
Water seals are damaged or worn. Call the Toll-Free Hotline: [phone]
10. Why is there oil dripping from my unit?
Symptom Cause Solution
il is dripping Oil seals are damaged or worn. Call the Toll-Free Hotline: [phone]
11. Why does the motor buzz, but fails to run
Symptom Cause Solution
Motor buzzes
but fails to run.
Supply voltage below minimum. Verify that only the pressure washer is running on this
circuit.
System has residual pressure. Turn unit "OFF", squeeze trigger on spray wand to release
pressure, then turn unit "ON".
Voltage loss due to extension cord. Unplug any extension cords attached
and plug the unit directly into the outlet.
Pressure washer not used for long periods. Call the Toll-Free Hotline: [phone]