This guide will show you exactly how to troubleshoot pressure washer problems.

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• Low water pressure
• Water leaking issues
• Engine/motor turning off while in use
• And much more…

But first let me ask you a question:

You ever helped a neighbour fix something?

Be careful because once you do – and word gets around – you’ll be the go-to-fixit-guy-or-gal for everyone and everything.

Trust me, I know. All my neighbours now know me as the power equipment and best pressure washer troubleshooting and tune-up guy.

Here’s what happens when you’re the neighbourhood fixer:

4 pm last Saturday I’m in the shed changing pressure washer water pump oil, and over the fence my neighbour says:

“Hey, James, come fix my pressure washer and I’ll give you a beer.”

5 minutes later (beer in hand) he tells me he bought a used pressure washer with water pressure problems…

…It was an electric and started-up fine but when in-use pulsed out water to start, then after 10 seconds fell to low pressure.

My pressure washer troubleshooting experience told me it was air in the pump causing the problem. We switched off the electric motor but kept the water running through the pump. After holding the trigger to keep the water running through the machine we managed to clear the air from the pump and lines. My neighbour turned the machine on again and it worked. Full pressure, no pulsing.

Why you’ll love this beginner’s guide:

Nothing is worse than a pressure washer that starts up but won’t pressure wash properly. You get excited hearing it roar to speed but then it doesn’t properly clean your surface.

That’s why we put together this in-depth power washer troubleshooting guide for you… So you can fix the problem from your garage – even with zero experience and minimal tools.

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Gas and Electric Pressure Washer Troubleshooting Tips for 20 of the Most Common Pressure Washer Problems

There are 20 pressure washer issues that are by far the most common.

Here’s how we know what they are:

• Reading 300+ emails from pressure washer users asking for help to solve their machine’s issues and counting the occurrences of each fault in an Excel spreadsheet.
• Going through 16 popular pressure washer brands’Operating Manual and tabulating the troubleshooting sections’ listed problems and solutions.
• Looking through my power washer logbooks over the last 8 years to see the most common issues.

After spending 14+ hours gathering the data the common faults could easily be broken down into 5 sections: Water pressure problems, water leaking issues, gas machine specific problems, electric pressure washer faults and other common problems. From there the troubleshooting tips are broken down to 3 columns: What’s wrong, most likely cause and how to fix.

Quick note:

• Always check your Operator’s Manual for troubleshooting tips and safety first. Be aware many of the problems have 5 or more possible solutions for you to try.

Summary Table of Troubleshooting Tips:

The goal of this entire page is to make the most useful pressure washer troubleshooting guide on the internet. We constantly update and improve this table. It was last updated July 11, 2020.

Instructions How To Correct The Tricky Issues

In this section are instructions how to fix the tricky pressure washer issues, namely the ones that require you to tear down the pump.

The Lazy Man’s Way to Diagnose Water Pressure (No Pressure) Issues

Here’s the 5 step approach to solving 95% of water pressure issues in 10 minutes or less:

1. Check water supply: Open the water supply valve to full to ensure the pump is getting enough flow.
2. Check hose for kinks: I can’t tell you how many times I’ve tested a pressure washer, got everything going, only to pull the trigger have it not reach pressure. I check the inlet for blocks. I check the nozzle. I check the water is on. And after all these things check out and it’s still not working I turn it off to read through the manual to find out what I’m doing wrong. Then, all of sudden, I notice a kink in the hose and realize how much an idiot I was not to notice. I fix the kink start the machine and it all works fine. Don’t make this mistake – always check for kinks.
3. Release air from system: Always connect the garden hose to the power washer first. Then turn the water tap on and pull the trigger gun to release water from the system at the garden hose water pressure before starting the engine or motor. This will release all the pressure from the system and allow the pump to function.
4. Ensure correct nozzle and nozzle not clogged:

   Use a needle to clear the nozzle tip of any debris. Any blocks at the nozzle will cause decreased flow and increased pressure in the systems, possibly triggering the unloader to enter bypass.

5. Still experiencing water pressure problems? Okay, no worries, we’ll need to get the tools out to remove unloader valve and check for issues – see below.

Everything You Need to Know About Removing the Unloader Valve to Check for Issues

Unloader valves allow water to run through the pump when you are not holding down the trigger on the pressure gun. If there was no unloader valve then pressure would build inside the system (when not in use) so when you did pull the trigger it would stall the engine or explode a weak link part – probably the pressure hose o-ring.

Check out where the unloader is located on 3 different pressure washer pumps:

As you can see the unloader is located on the exit side of the pump because it allows the pressurized water to flow back through the pump when it isn’t exiting into the high pressure hose (you’re not pressure washing anything).

Take a look at two different disassembled unloader valve assemblies:

The one on the left is from the Stanleygas pressure washer also shown in the above image on the left. It is a flow actuated unloader.

The unloader on the right is from an AR Blue Clean electric pressure washer. It is a pressure actuated unloader.

Both these assemblies can be taken out of the pump for cleaning and repair, without damaging them.

The Difference Between Flow and Pressure Actuated Unloaders

• Flow actuated – As the name suggests, these unloader valves respond to water flow stoppage. When there is no flow leaving the nozzle the valve will “open” allowing water to flow back to the pump inlet.
  • Pros: Safer because doesn’t require pressure build up.
  • Cons: More sensitive to system issues like a clogged nozzle, incorrect nozzle orifice size and other flow problems.
• Pressure actuated – Instead of responding to flow, this type of unloader is forced open by an increase in water pressure allowing water to bypass back to pump inlet (this pressure is increase is usually caused by flow stoppage).
  • Pros: Less sensitive to flow issues within the system because it responds only to trapped pressure on the outlet side of the pump.
  • Cons: Less safe because it needs pressure rise to work (could cause failures within system).

Troubleshooting the Unloader Valve

Many pressure problems begin and end at the unloader. A cracked o-ring, dirt caught in the spring or a stuck shaft are the most common issues solved by simply removing the unloader and cleaning/looking for issues.

12 Essential Tools and Accessories

The 12 below tools are the most commonly used to repair pressure washers.

Tools

Using the below tools I’ve fully disassembled (all the way down to removing the gas engine piston seals and crankshaft) and put back together: 3 electric pressure washers and 4 gas power washers. Let’s run through the tools, where they are used and if you should buy a complete tool kit or individual tools (and from what tool brands) for repairing your pressure cleaner.

Hex/Allen Keys

Use hex key to remove pump

These are one of the most used tools troubleshooting pressure cleaners because most pump assemblies are fastened together with hex head screws. They are often called Allen head after the company Allen Manufacturing that started mass producing hex screws and hex wrenches (Allen wrenches/keys) to fasten them in the early 1900s.

There are 3 main advantages to hex head screws:

1. Recessed head to make screw durable and unlikely to damage.
2. Use same hex head on different screw types, sizes and threads (thus only one hex key tool required). These would require several different wrenches if they didn’t have hex head. This is likely the reason behind their common use on bicycles – one hex key pocket-size set can help you disassemble and repair your entire bike (many different screw sizes and types but if they all have hex head you only need your hex keys).
3. Torque wrench can be used to tighten them to exact design specification.

Needle-nose Pliers

Use needle-nose pliers to remove the spark plug wire cover

Needle-nose pliers are very handy because they reach small areas to remove o-rings, seals and valves. I use them often when tearing down a pump to fix water pressure issues. I also use them when putting it back together to seat valves and get o-rings and seals into position.

You’ll be very happy to have a set lying around when trying to sort out your power washer faults.

I had a hard time deciding to put hex keys or needle-nose pliers first because they are both used often.

Screwdrivers

Almost the only tool you need to disassemble electric pressure washers is a screwdriver.

Electric machines’ plastic covers – which hide the pump and motor – are held together with Philips head screws.

Gas machines also use Philips – often to clamp down wires and assemble their frames etc.

In addition, you’ll want some slotted screwdrivers to help wedge/drive out certain parts like pump plunger seals. Torx head screws are also used once you get to the engine block.

Sockets & Ratchet

Use ratchet + sockets to remove pump head

Every tool set needs sockets & ratchet and wrenches despite them doing the same thing.

Why?

Because you can have one ratchet and socket heads for every bolt size in a compact case. The ratchet allows you to remove or tighten bolts without repositioning and deep socket attachments allow reach to tight spots.

However, you also need wrenches, especially the open-end side to get to bolts from the side when the top isn’t in reach.

Wrenches

Wrenches have been in use since the 15th century and are probably the most well-known and owned hand tool.

Many prefer to use a ratchet-socket combination because it is quick (don’t have to reposition tool when tightening or loosening fastener) and it’s easier to store (and carry around) 50+ socket heads instead of 50+ wrenches.

But: When you need to get to screws in tight spots you need a wrench. And pressure washers have some tight spots.

Rubber Mallet or Hammer

Use a hammer to free stubborn parts

Did you know hammers are the oldest known hand tool?

Yup, hammers with handle attached to hard impacting head have been discovered and dated back 30,000 years. And nearly exact replicas of the modern hammer have been found and dated to around 5,000 BC.

They have been useful to humans for 1000s of years – a pretty cool tool.

While troubleshooting pressure cleaners they are used to free stubborn parts like the pump head valve plate.

Utility Knife

Cutting tools like knives have been in use nearly as long as hammers.

They are great help to troubleshoot faults because they make quick work removing the detergent hose and help wedge under tight fitting components to loosen them. Cutting the soap hose is fine because there’s lots of it and you’ll probably damage it using pliers or other means, anyways.

In addition, you probably own several knives already so no need to go out buying any just to help solve pressure washer issues.

Snips

Use snips instead of knife when needed

I like using snips instead of a knife because it’s more precise and quicker.

My snips are sheet-metal snips and cut through tree branches, hoses, and thick plastic or rubber without issue. So if you burst a pressure washer hose, you could cut it shorter (with snips) and install the fitting instead of buying brand new. We did this all the time at a job I had as a 19 year old using a pressure washer to clean a factory parking lot and truck scale every-single-morning.

Snips are a must-own.

Accessories

There’s no need to go into detail about these accessories. You will 100% want to have silicone grease when you reinstall o-rings, and WD-40, thread tape and grease cleaner will be useful, no doubt.

What’s the Best Tool Set to Get?

Click image to see current price on Amazon for this 170-piece Crescent brand tool set

The single kit that has everything you need to troubleshoot pressure cleaners (except for a rubber mallet) is this 170-piece mechanics tool set by Crescent.

You can see that it has:

• Hex keys
• Pliers
• Ratchet + sockets,
• Screwdrivers
• Wrenches
• Snips built in to the needle-nose pliers, and
• Carry case.

If you don’t already own all these hand tools – and you plan on fixing your power washer on your own – then this is the best tool kit.

Troubleshooting Hot Water Power Washers

Hot water pressure washers can suffer 3 faults:

• No hot water produced
• Too much/weird color smoke out the burner
• No flame from blower.

There’s 15 or so reasons why you may experience these faults and the same number of fixes.

Before we get into the fixes, let’s learn more about the burner components.

How a Pressure Washer Burner Works

A hot water pressure washer has a burner to heat the water. The burner uses diesel or kerosene & air + electricity to generate a fire inside a chamber with water circulating around the exterior in tubes coiled like a snake. Water enters at the bottom and by the time it reaches the top – having circulated through all the coil around the flame – exits at the top as hot water.

The burner adds risk/danger to troubleshooting because of the, well, fire. We recommend you take it to a pressure washer repair centre to get fixed. However, there are some simple fixes.

Anatomy of a hot water pressure washer burner unit

What parts does a pressure washer burner have?

1. Steel tubing/coil
2. Insulation
3. Fuel pump/motor and fuel spray nozzle
4. Blower motor
5. Electrodes/ignition tranformer
6. Thermostat/controller
7. Flow switch
8. Pressure release valve
9. Air adjustment slider
10. Fuel filter
11. Exhaust

Here’s a 9-minute video to explain everything on burner troubleshooting:

Brand Specific Tips & Tricksfor Diagnosing and Fixing Power Washer Issues

Let’s look at popular brands, the types/styles of pressure washer they make (including pump brand & type), common issues with those pumps and where you can find further troubleshooting information.

Troy Bilt Troubleshooting Resources

Troy Bilt sells home-use medium-duty gas powered machines with AR Blue Clean axial cam pumps.

Briggs & Stratton is Troy Bilt’s OEM (original equipment manufacturer) meaning Troy Bilt specifies certain things about the machine (eg. Honda or Briggs engine) and Briggs makes them in their factories. The Troy Bilt sticker is then placed on the power washer for sale.

A common fault is that your Troy Bilt will experience no pressure or low water pressure when you start washing. This is often caused by a dirty or broken unloader valve assembly (see above tips).

Further information: Troy Bilt Support Center

Generac

Generac makes and sells residential-use medium and heavy-duty machines as well as belt driven units for commercial use. They have an OEM overseas to manufacture their pumps and engines then assemble them back in their factories in the USA.

Further information: Generac Pressure Washer Support Product Lookup

Karcher

Karcher makes all types/styles of pressure washers through their own brand and subsidiary brands including Hotsy, Shark and Landa. They are easily the biggest pressure washer maker and seller in the world. They makes models with all types of the best small engines and pumps and have an extensive rental and service network through their subsidiary brands.

Further information: Karcher Pressure Cleaner Knowledgebase

Simpson

Simpson Cleaning sells home and commercial use machines with Kohler, Honda and Simpson OHV engines. The pump brands they use are two in-house brands: OEM Technologies (axial cam) and AAA Pumps (triplex). They also use CAT Pumps brand on some of their premium residential and commercial machines.

Simpson Cleaning are some of the most popular residential gas machines because they offer great value for money and their pressure washers’ wheelbarrow stance is sturdy and much easier to move around compared to the common upright designs.

Common problems include low or no pressure after a few seconds use and soap not entering system properly.

Further information: Simpson Support Page

Now What?

If you pressure wash you’re bound to need to troubleshoot an issue at some stage. Whether it be no water pressure because of a hose kink or low pressure because of a busted o-ring inside the unloader…

…it will happen eventually – but since you made it this far you will have the knowledge to sort your problem out from your garage – with minimal tools and time.

To decrease the risk of having major issues, take a look at the 7 best for home use – these are the best designed and least likely to fail.

Okay, to wrap up: Let’s review the gist of the tips outlined in this guide:

• Water pressure issues (no, low and/or sporadic water pressures): Check water supply is on full and no hose kinks. Check inlet filter isn’t clogged. Check nozzle isn’t blocked. Turn off engine/motor (but keep water on) and pull trigger to release air from system. If none of this works, it may be the unload valve being stuck due to dirt or broken parts. See unloader section above.
• Water leaking from connections: First ensure connections are securely fitted. If water is squirting out while pressure washing it is most likely a busted o-ring inside the the pressure hose. Contact support and get them to send new o-ring or hose.

Be sure to review the summary table above and double the check the brand specific support pages before giving up and returning the machine.

Sources

1. “Troubleshooting Pressure Washer and Power Washer Problems.” www.PressureWasherTroubleShooter.com
2. “Hammer History.” Wikipedia.org
3. “All About Unloader Valves.” www.ePowerWash.com

A big mess requires a lot of elbow grease when it comes to cleaning. Tough stains are not easy to get out, especially when the tough stains include pollen, caked on mud, and deep down oil stains on your driveway or on the side of your home. That type of cleaning often requires you to spend a lot of money on chemicals, hours of your time, and still you may not end up with a surface area as clean as you would like. That is where it may come in handy for you to take the time to try and find the best 2000 PSI electric pressure washer. However, sometimes finding the best is not the easiest task.

Why Choose a 2000 PSI Electric Pressure Washer?

When it comes to pressure washers, your overall satisfaction with it will be based on what you want to clean and how much PSI your new pressure washer may have. The higher the PSI rating, the more pressure you will have come out of your pressure washer when you have it set to spray a full blast instead of a fanned out spray. 2000 PSI pressure washers are able to clean virtually anything that you put in front of it.

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With it, you will be able to clean oil stains off your driveway, pollen off your home, and other things using the high pressure wash. However, if you want to clean more delicate items, such as a bicycle, vehicle, or wood surfaces on your deck, you can use the 2000 PSI machines to clean those items as well. If you need more power, you can of course look towards a 3000 PSI pressure washer for heavy duty needs.

In short, a pressure washer with 2000 PSI, can clean a variety of things that you have around your home. Perhaps that is why a pressure washer such as the Sun Joe SPX3000, is such a popular choice for a variety of people, who all use it to clean a lot of different things.

Best 2000 PSI Electric Pressure Washers

Sun Joe SPX3000

The SPX3000 gives you the ability to not only use detergent with your pressure washer automatically, but it can hold two different types of detergent in its dual tanks. This means that when you are deep cleaning a variety of areas, you can switch effortlessly between soaps and make your job go even faster.

It has a 34in extension spray wand to give you the ability to clean hard to reach areas, even second story windows, and siding. You can also adjust the spray settings to meet your needs. For tough stains, you may want a pressurized stream of 2,000 PSI, but for light cleaning, you can tone down the pressure to a misting rinse.

Sun Joe SPX3001

This 1800-watt/14.5-amp pressure washer can produce up to 2030 PSI. This means it has enough power to remove road tar from your vehicle without damaging the surface area. It comes with a very large onboard detergent tank and you can customize the spray to get the cleaning power that you need from it. It has a 20ft hose and a 35ft power cord.

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There is also a garden hose adapter so you know that it will work with any standard hose. The built-in holder can securely hold the trigger gun when not in use and the hose reel holds the hoses. This ensures that it takes up very little space when you need to store it.

AR Blue AR383

This pressure washer is very versatile in its cleaning ability. You can easily adjust it to spray out either a wide fan or a more concentrated area by simply turning the nozzle head on the variable spray wand. For tough jobs, you can also use the turbo wand which produces a pulsating and rotating spray. This means that it can handle even tough jobs with just a minor adjustment using its 13-amp 1.5HP motor. It has a Tri-Axle water pump which will use only 1.5 GPM no matter how much spray you are using.

AR Blue AR390SS

This machine allows you to use the included nozzle tips to clean depending on the surface area you are working with. It even has a soap tip to give you the soap bubbles that mean it is cleaning well.

When using detergent, you simply use the 48oz tank. It allows you to reach second story windows and more with its 30ft high pressure hose and 35ft power cord. All accessories store onboard the machine and it has a swivel power cord release to make things easier on you.

Karcher K5

This machine offers more power than all other Karcher pressure washers at 2,000 PSI. This ensures that it can be used on tough cleaning jobs. It is able to clean bikes, ATVs, vehicles, homes, pools, fences, bricks, and more while using only 1.4 GPM. The maximum water inlet temperature is 104 and its overall weight without the accessories is 28.7 pounds.

It uses water to cool the induction motor, which will extend its life and the TSS will extend the life of the pump. It has a pressurized hose reel to protect and store the hose when it is not in use and all other included accessories, including the Dirtblaster and Vario wands, have a storage area on the unit as well.

GreenWorks GPW1950

This pressure washer is ideal for some because it virtually eliminates the chance of tip overs. It is compact and low to the ground, but still provides a powerful punch thanks to its 13amp induction motor, which produces up to 1950 PSI.

It features dual soap tanks for versatility, three nozzles tips, a wand, and a foam sprayer. Also included are a 25ft high-pressure hose and a 35ft power cord. This gives most people more than enough reach to clean everything on their property.

Powerhouse International – The Force 2000

If you enjoy accessories, none will come with as much versatility as this machine. It features a spinning patio cleaner attachment, a hose reel, soap dispenser, an adjustable nozzle, and a turbo nozzle. Everything stores conveniently onboard the machine when not in use. It has an initial power burst of up to 3000 PSI, but when operating under normal circumstances it produces 1800-2000 PSI consistently.

The brush motor uses a thermal sensor to protect the machine from overheating, which means you can spend all day cleaning up and never have to worry about the machine. If it gets too hot, it will shut down and cool off before you can restart it. Another safety feature is the fact that it will not engage until the trigger is squeezed by you.