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Video Transcript: Fault Finding Electrical Problems on a Pressure Washer

In this video we will be showing you how to fault find an electrical fault on a pressure washer pump.

IMPORTANT: BEFORE REPLACING A PART IN ANY ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE, YOU MUST ENSURE THAT THE APPLIANCE IS FIRST UNPLUGGED FROM THE MAINS.

Pressure washers are found in most households but there can be common faults.

If your machine is dead, trips the electrics or stalls this video may help identify your problem and repair it.

There can be problems with a pump and these are covered in another video.

The main electrical problems that occur are:

Not running: If your pressure washer is not turning on at all check the plug fuse, the cable, and the switch for continuity with a meter.

Check the neutral from the plug through the cable through the switch to the motor, then the live, through the plug fuse, through the switch to the motor, and through the capacitor if fitted to the motor.

Tripping or blowing fuses: If your fuse board earth trips keeps cutting off, make sure no water got into the switch or electrics.

Look for signs of blackening on switches or damaged to the capacitor.

Motor Stalling or not starting: If the motor stops and buzzes or makes a loud buzz, and does not run examined or suspect the motor capacitor or motor brushes depending on the model.

So that's the main problems with pumps on pressure washers, for details on how to fit parts or diagnosing a pump problem see our other videos.

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* All information provided is a guide only. BuySpares accepts no liability for any problems occurred while attempting any advice shown. If in any doubt contact a qualified repair service.