Please follow the steps below to troubleshoot your pressure washer and check if it starts working again.

1. Unplug the unit before checking connections.
2. Confirm water is connected and turned ON.
3. Remove any spray nozzle or foam cannon and make sure to clean the nozzles using the needle clean-out tool.
4. Hold the trigger for 30 seconds until the water flow is steady to purge air and release trapped pressure.
5. Reset the GFCI plug. Plug the unit in, then check the GFCI plug for a red or green indicator light, which confirms that it is receiving power.
6. Attach a colored nozzle or set the wand to high pressure (except black nozzle).
7. Press and hold the trigger while powering on.
8. Allow the unit to cool for 5 minutes if it may have overheated.

Most electric pressure washers do not have an internal fuse that can be serviced by the customer. The GFCI plug acts as the unit's circuit protection.

Before Troubleshooting

Make note of the following details:

• Which pressure washer model is affected?
• Does the GFCI trip immediately when the unit is turned on, or only after it has been running for some time?
• Is the unit plugged directly into a wall outlet or connected through an extension cord?
• Are any other devices connected to the same outlet or circuit?

Try a Different Outlet

1. Turn the pressure washer OFF and unplug it.
2. Remove any extension cord and disconnect other devices from the outlet.
3. Plug the pressure washer directly into a different wall outlet.
4. Reset the GFCI plug and test the unit again.

1. Remove the nozzle or foam cannon.
2. Hold the trigger until pressure stabilizes.
3. Clean the spray tip or wand opening.
4. Clean the water inlet filter.
5. Confirm the unit is not in soap or foam mode.

• Use a minimum ½-inch diameter garden hose.
• Straighten any hose kinks.
• Turn the water supply fully ON.
• Clean the nozzle, foam cannon, and inlet filter.
• Hold the trigger until pressure stabilizes.

This can be normal operation. Sun Joe® pressure washers use a Total Stop System that shuts the motor off when the trigger is released and restarts it when the trigger is pulled.

If the unit cycles continuously without using the trigger, check the following:

• Check for leaks.
• Check for loose connections.

Use this section if detergent or foam is not dispensing from your pressure washer. First, choose the setup you are using: a foam cannon or the black soap nozzle / low-pressure detergent setting.

If the quick-release nozzle connector is difficult to operate, the collar may be affected by corrosion, dirt, or debris buildup.

1. Soak the quick-disconnect end in warm, soapy water.
2. While the connector remains submerged, move the collar back and forth repeatedly until it begins to operate more smoothly.
3. Remove the connector from the water and rinse it by spraying a strong, steady stream of clean water into the quick disconnect to help flush out any remaining dirt or debris.
4. Test the collar movement. Repeat the soaking, movement, and rinsing process as needed until the collar moves freely.

Water Leaking

Check the garden hose adapter first.

• The aluminum end screws onto the pressure washer.
• The colored plastic end connects to the garden hose.

If leaking continues:

• Check all hose, wand, and trigger gun connections.
• Inspect all visible O-rings for damage or missing seals.
• Water leaking from the bottom of the unit requires support assistance.

Motor Runs but No Water Comes Out

• Confirm the water supply is ON.
• Reinstall the garden hose adapter correctly.
• Clean the inlet filter.
• Remove and clean the spray tip or foam cannon.
• Allow frozen components to thaw completely.