The first problem with Husky pressure washers often appear after a few weeks or months after purchase. After this time, it is problematic for many people to find documents received while purchasing (such as an instruction manual). Troubleshooting tables for several models of pressure washers of the specified brand are represented below. It is enough to look into our tables in case of problems or not work equipment, to make timely repair works. This is primarily useful to do, when there is no pressure, because it is the most frequent breakage of pressure washes.
Husky 1550 PSL pressure washer troubleshooting
Husky 1550 PSL pressure washers are a high-quality alternative to costlier professional series pressure washers. Their rolling chassis and lightweight parts make maneuvering and using the washer easy.
| PROBLEM OR CONCERN | POSSIBLE CAUSE | SOLUTION |
|---|---|---|
| Detergent is not dispensing | The suction tube located in the detergent spray bottle assembly has been disconnected or clogged. | Remove the soap lance assembly from the detergent bottle. Make sure that the clear tube is properly connected to the soap lance. If it is not connected then reconnect it. |
| Detergent to Water ratio | Your Powerwasher draws detergent at a 10:1 ratio. Most pressure washer detergents are generally concentrated within that range so minimal adjustment is required. | |
| If you feel like you are using more detergent than is required for the application you can dilute it with regular tap water. | ||
| Detergent - What to use | We recommend that you use a cleaner which is specifically designed for power washers. There are different kinds available depending on the application. Check with your local Home Depot store for the product which is best suited for your needs. | |
| Never use Bleach, Ammonia or Hot water in the unit. | ||
| Circuit breaker trips or Fuse blown in Fuse Box | Circuit overload | Check that the circuit is rated at 15 amps or greater. Make sure the unit is plugged into a dedicated circuit. |
| Extension cord too long or wire gauge too small | Use proper extension cord as recommended in owner7s manual. | |
| Nozzle partially blocked | Clean Nozzle | |
| Excessive pressure | Clean Nozzle | |
| GFCI Plug installation GFCI Plug malfunction | For GFCI reset procedures | |
| For instructions regarding the GFCI Plug installation or malfunction please email us directly at: customerservice@huslcypowerwasher.com | ||
| Gun/Hose - Leaking water | Gun/Hose will need to be replaced. Replacement parts are not available for the Gun/Hose. Email us ah | |
| for assistance or order online at: www.huskypowerwasher.com. | ||
| Leaking Oil from Pump | A small amount of leakage is normal | If leakage occurs please contact us directly at customerservice@huslcypowerwasher.com |
| Leaking water from bottom of unit | Machine Inlet connection is defective | Check the Machine Inlet at the back of the unit to ensure that water is not leaking from it. If the connection is leaking it will have to be replaced. Contact us at: |
| customerservice@huskypowerwasher.com | ||
| or order a replacement directly online at: www.huskypowerwasher.com. | ||
| Leaking water from bottom of unit | Manifold Assembly is leaking water | Remove the front cover of the unit. If there is water leaking anywhere from the Manifold please contact us at: |
| customerservice@huskypowenvasher.com | ||
| or order a replacement directly online at: www.huskypowerwasher.com. | ||
| Pump housing is leaking water | Email us at: | |
| customerservice@huskypowerwasher.com | ||
| for assistance. | ||
| Low pressure | Faucet not fully open or unit is not receiving a full volume of water | Open the faucet all the way. |
| Not building maximum pressure | Screen Filter is clogged | Clean the Screen filter |
| Irregular pressure | Gun or Hose failure | Replace Gun and/or Hose. Contact us at: customerservice@huskypowerwasher.com |
| or order online at: | ||
| www.huskypowerwasher.com | ||
| Kink in the Garden Hose or Hose is wrapped on a storage wheel | Unwrap the Garden Hose and lay it out flat to ensure that there are no kinks in the Hose. | |
| Water leaking from either Hose or Unit | Stop water from leaking before using the unitor contact us if you need assistance. | |
| Garden Hose length is too long | Shorten the length of the Garden Hose. | |
| We recommend a maximum length of 25 to 50 feet for City water supply and 30 feet for Well water supply. | ||
| Clogged Nozzle | Clean the Nozzle | |
| Air in Pump | Let Pressure washer run with Gun trigger depressed and Wand removed until a steady stream of water is released. | |
| No Wand attached to the front of the Gun | Attach Click-N-Clean™ Wand to the front of the Gun. (High Pressure is created with the Wand and not the Gun). | |
| No water coming out of Wand | Clogged Nozzle | Clean Nozzle |
| Sceen Filter is clogged | Clean the Sceen filter | |
| Kink in the Garden Hose or Hose is wrapped on a storage wheel | Unwrap the Garden Hose and lay it out flat to ensure that there are no kinks in the Hose. | |
| No water coming out of Wand | Gun/Hose Assembly is defective | Attach the Gun/Hose to the front of the unit with no wand attached to the Gun. |
| Squeeze the trigger of the gun to ensure that water comes out of the front of tne Gun at a rate equal to the Garden Hose. If no water comes out of the Gun, remove the gun and the hose to ensure that water flows out of the pump. If it does, the gun will need to be replaced. Contact us ah customerservice@huskypowerwasher.com or order a replacement directly online at: www.huskypowerwasher.com. | ||
| Trigger will not move | Gun Safety Lock in engaged | Release Safety Lock as instructed in Manual. |
| Unit will not start | Unit is not turned on | Press ON/OFF Switch into ON position. |
| Note: Unit will only star# when | Loose or disconnected Plug | Reconnect Plug. |
| trigger is depressed. | Defective GFCI Plug | Perform GFCI reset procedure. If the GFCI does not reset it will need to be replaced. Contact us at: customerservke@huskypowerwasher.com or order a replacement directly online at: www.huskypowerwasher.com. |
| Unit stops while operating | Extension Cord length or gauge incorrect | Use proper Extension Cord |
| Gun trigger not operating properly | Contact us | |
| Defective Gun | Remove the Gun and Hose assembly from the front of the unit. Aim water stream away from electric source and switch the unit into the ON position. If the unit starts and water comes out of the front, the Gun may need to be replaced. Contact us ah | |
| Tripped Pressure washer Thermal Switch | Allow to cool and restart unit. | |
| Defective ON/OFF Switch | Contact us | |
| Unit will not stop when trigger is released | Screen filter is clogged | Clean the Screen filter |
| Garden Hose is kinked or leaking water | Make sure the Garden Hose is laid out flat and there are no kinks in it. The hose should not be wrapped on a storage wheel. Make sure the faucet is open all the way and there is a full volume of water reaching the unit. | |
| Wand is malfunctioning | Test wand to ensure that it is not malfunctioning. | |
| Gun is not operating properly | Remove Wand from die Gun and squeeze trigger to ensure that be water is coming out of the front of the Gun at a rate equal to the Garden Hose. |
Husky HU80522 pressure washer troubleshooting
Husky HU80522 pressure washers are the best option for cleaning off the surrounding area of your house. It is also perfect to use it to wash off your RV, car or boat quickly. It is possible to find the Husky HU80522 for an average price of $ 300.
| PROBLEM | CAUSE | SOLUTION |
|---|---|---|
| Engine fails to start | 1. No fuel in tank | 1. Fill tank |
| 2. Spark plug shorted or fouled | 2. Replace spark plug | |
| 3. Spark plug is broken (cracked porcelain or electrodes broken) | ||
| 4. Ignition lead wire shorted, broken, or disconnected from spark plug | 4. Replace lead wire or attach to spark plug | |
| 5. Ignition inoperative | 5. Contact authorized service center | |
| Engine hard to start | 1. Water in gasoline | 1. Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel |
| 2. Weak spark at spark plug | 2. Contact authorized service center | |
| Engine lacks power | 1. Dirty air filter | 1. Clean or replace air filter |
| Detergent fails to mix with spray | 1. Detergent injection hose is not properly submerged | 1. Insert injection hose into detergent storage bucket |
| 2. High pressure nozzle attached | 2. Use low pressure nozzle (black) to apply detergent | |
| Pump doesn’t produce pressure | 1. Low pressure nozzle installed | 1. Replace with high pressure nozzle |
| 2. Inadequate water supply | 2. Provide adequate water flow | |
| 3. Spray wand leaks | 3. Check connections and / or replace wand | |
| 4. Nozzle is clogged | 4. Clean nozzle | |
| 5. Pump is faulty | 5. Contact authorized service center | |
| 6. Air in line | 6. Squeeze trigger on spray wand to remove air from line | |
| Machine doesn’t reach high pressure | 1. Diameter of garden hose is too small | 1. Replace with 3/4 in. garden hose |
| 2. Water supply is restricted | 2. Check garden hose for kinks, leaks, and blockages | |
| 3. Not enough inlet water | 3. Open water source full force | |
| 4. Wrong nozzle is attached | 4. Attach the high pressure nozzle |