greenworks 1800 psi electric pressure washer keeps shutting off after a few seconds, any ideas?

— asked by Jenna

This usually means the internal circuit breaker has tripped from overheating. It's a safety feature.

  1. First, turn the power switch to the OFF (O) position.
  2. Unplug the unit from the outlet and let it cool down completely. Give it at least 30 minutes.
  3. While it's cooling, check that your garden hose isn't kinked and the water source is fully open. A restricted water supply makes it work harder and overheat faster.
  4. After it's cool, plug it back in, turn the water on fully, then set the switch to ON(I) to restart.

If that didn't work: The supply voltage might be below the minimum. Make sure the pressure washer is the only thing running on that circuit. Try a different outlet.

Heads up: Always keep the unit clean and free from oil and grease. Blocked airflow from dirt will cause it to overheat and trip repeatedly.

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