Nilfisk-ALTO POSEIDON 4 Series User Manual

E
Troubleshooting
SM_POSEIDON 4_en_Ver.1.0_08.2012
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Fig. E.1:Troubleshooting 1
Fault Cause Remedy
Pressure drop - Air in the system.
- High pressure nozzle
blocked / worn.
- Pressure control on the
spray lance is not set
correctly.
- Detergent container empty.
- Water inlet temperature
too high.
 Vent the system by
operating the spray gun
several times at short
intervals .If necessarly
operate the cleaner for a
short time without the
High pressure hose
connected.
 Clean / replace the high
pressure nozzle.
 Set the required working
pressure.
 Change container or close
detergent valve.
 See technical data part ”B”.
Pressure
fluctuations
- Lack of water
- Water inlet hose is too long
or its cross-section too
small.
- Lack of water caused by
blocked water filter.
- Lack of water because
max. permissible suction
height has not been
heeded.
- Pump sucks in air
(suction mode)
 Open water tap.
 Use specified water inlet
hose(Refer to user manual).
 Clean the water filter in the
water connection.
(Never work without water
filter).
 See technical data part ”B”
 Check that the suction set
is air tight.
The motor does not start when
the cleaner is switced on.
- The plug is not inserted
properly, i.e. there is no
current.
- The main fuse is switced off.
 Check the plug, lead and
switch.
If necessary have them
replaced by a trained
electrician.
 Switch on the main fuse.

Nilfisk-ALTO POSEIDON 4 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Nilfisk-ALTO
Model	POSEIDON 4 Series
Category	Pressure Washer
Language	English