WARNING: Do not use the machine without reading this manual
POWER WASHER
MODEL NO: JET 8000B
PART NO: 7333500
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Power Washer.
The machine has been designed to use hot or cold water to clean any
surfaces which can stand the force of the high pressure water jet and the
action of the detergents used.
The machine must only be used for the purpose for which it was designed.
Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and
follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself
and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase
giving you long and satisfactory service.
GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12
months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt which will be
required as proof of purchase.
This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused or
tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission.
This guarantee does not effect your statutory rights.
LIST OF CONTENTS
The following items should be supplied in the carton. If any parts are missing or
damaged, please see your Clarke dealer where you purchased the machine.
1 x Power Washer
1 x Gun Assembly
1 x Lance c/w fitted Pencil-Jet / Fan - High / Low Nozzle
1 x Hose Assembly on integral Hose-Reel
1 x Inlet Hose Adaptor
1 x Instruction Manual
1 x Accessory Adaptor
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING: WATER AT HIGH PRESSURE CAN BE DANGEROUS AND CAN
CAUSE DAMAGE IF THE OPERATOR IS CARELESS. NEVER ALLOW ANYONE
TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE UNLESS THEY ARE FAMILIAR WITH THE SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS.
1. High pressure water jets can be dangerous if subject to misuse. They must
not be directed at animals or people.
2. Never allow children or untrained personnel to use this product.
3. NEVer operate the power washer with any covers removed.
4. Never attempt any electrical or mechanical repairs to this power washer.
Always refer to your Clarke dealer.
5. Never supply any liquid other than water to the water inlet.
6. Never use the detergent facility to introduce flammable liquids/solvents,
e.g. paint thinners, petrol, oil due to risk of explosion.
7. ALWAYS release any residual pressure in the machine by turning off the
water supply and operating the trigger, before disconnecting the hose.
8. ALWAYS keep the pressure washer itself dry and clear of water spray.
9. Never direct the spray jet at the pressure washer itself or any other
electrical equipment.
10. ALWAYS wear protective clothing, safety shoes and safety glasses. Loose
particles & other debris may be propelled at high speed by the water jet.
11. ALWAYS hold the spray gun firmly & expect the gun to ‘kick’ when starting.
12. ALWAYS disconnect from the water supply and ensure the machine is
completely drained when not in use. Store in a cool dry location.
13. Only use chemical cleaning agents (detergents), that are approved for
pressure washers. CLARKE Traffic Film Remover or CLARKE Wash and Wax
(available from your dealer), are recommended.
14. ALWAYS disconnect from the electrical power supply and remove the plug
from the socket before carrying out any maintenance.
15. ONLY use original spare parts from the Clarke service department.
16. High pressure hoses, fittings and couplings are important for the safety of
the machine. Use only hoses, fittings and couplings recommended by the
manufacturer.
17. NEVER use the pressure washer if the power cable or other important parts
of the power washer are damaged.
18. If an extension cable is used, the cable and plug must be of watertight
construction. Inadequate extension cables can be dangerous.
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SAFETY SYMBOLS
WARNING: Do not discharge the
water spray at persons or animals.
Keep clear of nozzle.
WARNING: Never direct spray
toward any electrical device or
electrical outlet
Read Instructions before use.
Wear Eye Protection
.
Wear Gloves
Equipment covered by the European
WEE (Waste Electrical/Electronic)
Directive.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
Plug must be BS1363/A approved.
Always fit a 13 Amp fuse.
Ensure that the outer sheath of the cable is firmly held by the clamp
Neutral
(Blue)
Live
(Brown)
Earth
(Green and Yellow)
WARNING: READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS
SUPPLY.
Before switching the product on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity
supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is
designed to operate on 230VAC 50Hz. Connecting it to any other power
source may cause damage.
This product may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug. If it is necessary to change the
fuse in the plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover becomes lost or
damaged, the plug must not be used until a suitable replacement is obtained.
If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or due to
damage, it should be cut off and a replacement fitted, following the wiring instructions
shown below. The old plug must be disposed of safely, as insertion into a mains socket
could cause an electrical hazard.
WARNING! The wires in the power cable of this product are
coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue = Neutral Brown = Live Yellow and Green = Earth
• The wire which is coloured Blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked N or coloured Black.
• The wire which is coloured Brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked L or coloured Red.
• The wire which is coloured Yellow and Green must be connected to
the terminal which is marked E () or coloured Green.
WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND THAT THIS MACHINE IS CONNECTED TO THE MAINS
SUPPLY VIA A RESIDUAL CURRENT DEVICE (RCD)
If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician. DO NOT attempt any repairs
yourself.
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OVERVIEW
1Spray Gun Assembly 6Detergent Container
2Telescopic Handle7Mains Water Inlet
3High pressure Hose 8On/OFF Switch
4Power Cable 9 Lance
5Reel Handle
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BEFORE USE
Unpack your power washer and check to ensure all the items listed on page 2
are present.
UNFOLDING THE HOSE REEL HANDLE
1. Open the reel handle from its
folded position before use.
2. Release the hose from the
retaining clip on the hose reel,
then pull the hose from the reel to
unwind whatever length is
required.
• Winding the handle clockwise
will reduce the length of the
hose.
• If the spray gun/lance assembly is not attached, the hose can be
secured in the retaining clip when the hose is re-wound.
USING THE CARRYING HANDLE
1. Press and hold the centre button
on the telescopic handle to
unlock it.
• This will enable the handle to
extend and retract.
ASSEMBLING THE LANCE
The lance must be fitted to the gun
assembly before use.
1. Assemble by screwing the end of
the lance into the gun assembly.
2. Tighten the locking nut by hand.
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CONNECTING THE GUN TO THE HOSE
Connect the gun to the hose by
pushing home the quick-release
connector.
Remove by pressing the blue release
button and pulling the hose away.
CONNECTING THE MAINS WATER SUPPLY
NOTE: Always follow any regulations
of your local water supplier.
1. Screw the inlet adaptor to the
water inlet as shown.
2. Connect the mains water supply
hose to the inlet adaptor. A
standard garden hose is suitable.
• It is recommended to use a
reinforced hose with an inner
diameter of at least 10 mm
available from your CLARKE
dealer.
• Ensure the water connection is secure.
NOTE: The water source must provide
a minimum of 6.6 litres per minute
at not more than 40°C.
FILLING WITH DETERGENT
If you intend to use detergent:
1. Remove the detergent filler cap
located at the rear of the pressure
washer and fill with detergent.
• The detergent level should be
visible through the window in
the back of the machine. (max
capacity 500 ml)
2. Replace cap before use.
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3. Only use detergents recommended for use with pressure washers, such as
CLARKE Traffic Film Remover which is a powerful ‘low foaming’ agent for
car cleaning, patio cleaning etc., or CLARKE Wash & Wax, both available
from your CLARKE dealer.
DESCRIPTIONSIZEPART NUMBER
Car Wash & Wax Shampoo5 Litre3050815
Concentrated Traffic Film Remover5 Litre3050821
Concentrated Traffic Film Remover25 Litre3050820
Ready To Use Traffic Film Remover5 Litre3050818
Ready To Use Traffic Film Remover25 Litre3050819
• The use of unsuitable cleaning agents may adversely affect the safety of
the machine. Before use, refer to correct operating temperatures on
page 17.
ACCESSORIES
A range of accessories are available from your Clarke dealer including:
Accessories with bayonet style couplings such as those shown can be fitted to
the hose by means of the adaptor supplied.
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OPERATION
GETTING STARTED
1. Ensure that the water supply is correctly connected and turned on.
WARNING: FAILURE TO TURN ON THE WATER FULLY COULD CAUSE
DAMAGE TO THE POWER WASHER INTERNAL COMPONENTS.
WARNING: DO NOT USE THE POWER WASHER IF THE SUPPLY CABLE OR
IMPORTANT PARTS OF THE MACHINE ARE DAMAGED, E.G. SAFETY
DEVICES, HIGH PRESSURE HOSES, TRIGGER.
WARNING: WE RECOMMEND THAT THIS MACHINE IS CONNECTED TO THE
MAINS SUPPLY VIA A RESIDUAL CURRENT DEVICE (RCD).
2. Plug the power cable into the
mains supply.
3. Release the trigger lock.
• The pressure washer is now
ready for use.
4. Press the start switch (‘I’).
5. Pull the trigger.
NOTE: When the trigger is pulled the
pressure of water will cause
the lance/gun assembly to
kick back suddenly.
6. When using the power washer for
the first time, let it run for a few
moments so that any air bubbles
or other impurities are discharged.
7. Release the trigger to stop the water flow.
• This pressure washer is fitted with an auto stop system to protect the
motor during use.
• When the trigger is released, the motor will stop. When the trigger is
squeezed the motor will start up again.
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ADJUSTING THE SPRAY
The nozzle is adjustable to allow you to adjust the spray from a narrow jet of
water to a wide spray.
To adjust the nozzle, proceed as
follows:
1. Hold the shaft of the lance in one
hand.
2. Twist the nozzle with the other
hand.
3. To vary the spray between narrow
and wide, turn the nozzle
anticlockwise through 180
o
.
ADJUSTING THE PRESSURE
There are three ways to adjust the
pressure of the water:
1. Slide the nozzle forwards to lower
the pressure.
2. Back away from the surface
being cleaned. The further away
you are the less the pressure will
be on the surface being cleaned.
3. Adjust the spray to a wider angle.
APPLYING CHEMICALS AND CLEANING SOLVENTS
CAUTION: IF YOUR EYES COME INTO CONTACT WITH ANY CLEANING
FLUIDS, RINSE THEM IMMEDIATELY WITH PLENTY OF FRESH, CLEAN WATER
AND SEEK MEDICAL ADVICE IF REQUIRED.
1. Ensure the trigger is locked.
2. Remove the cap from the detergent container.
3. Fill the container with a suitable bio-degradable detergent.
4. Replace the cap.
5. Squeeze the trigger.
6. Pull the adjusting sleeve forward to set the required spray pressure.
7. Start washing.
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SHUTTING DOWN
When you have finished using the power washer, follow the procedure below
to switch off and disconnect the unit:
1. Press the stop switch (‘O’).
2. Turn the mains water supply off at the tap.
• NEVER turn the water off with the power washer running.
3. Release the pressure in the pump and hose by squeezing the trigger for a
few seconds until no more water comes out of the nozzle.
4. Move the trigger lock to the
locked position.
5. Disconnect the mains power
supply and store the cable in its
position on the rear of the
machine.
6. Wind the hose onto the reel and
store the spray gun/lance in the
holder on the front of the power
washer as shown on page 6.
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING: THE MACHINE SHALL BE DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER
SUPPLY BY REMOVING THE PLUG DURING CLEANING OR MAINTENANCE
AND WHEN REPLACING PARTS.
CLEANING THE NOZZLE
If the nozzle becomes partially clogged with foreign material such as dirt or
limescale, excessive pressure may develop and the pump pressure will
pulsate. Clean the nozzle immediately as follows:
1. Turn off the power washer and turn off the water supply.
2. Pull the trigger to relieve any water pressure.
3. Disconnect the lance from the spray gun.
4. Remove any obstructions by directing water supply into the end of the
lance for 30 seconds to back flush loose particles.
5. Reconnect the lance to gun and turn on water supply.
REMOVING THE SPRAY GUN FROM THE HOSE
The gun can be disconnected from the hose for cleaning or to unblock the
spray gun/hose by disconnecting the connection using a 17 mm spanner.
Pull the hose away from the spray gun.
CLEANING THE WATER INLET FILTER
This filter should be checked periodically and cleaned if necessary.
1. Remove filter from the water inlet
of the pump as shown.
2. Clean the filter by flushing both
sides with water.
3. Replace the filter into the water
inlet.
• The tapered side faces inwards.
NOTE: Do not operate power
washer without filter properly
installed
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SERVICING
All repairs and maintenance operations must be carried out by technically
qualified personnel while disconnected from the power and water supplies.
Correct use and maintenance is necessary to guarantee the power washer's
reliability and best performance.
Please only use the correct spare parts as supplied by your Clarke dealer.
ANNUALLY
LIMESCALE
Periodically the pump should be checked for limescale buildup, dependant
upon the hardness of the local water supply.
Please contact the CLARKE International Service Dept.
DE-COMMISSIONING THE PRODUCT
Should the product become completely unserviceable and
require disposal, dispose of the product according to local
regulations. Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of
them as waste. All tools, accessories and packaging should be
sorted, taken to a recycling centre and disposed of in a manner
which is compatible with the environment.
STORING THE POWER WASHER
1. Disconnect the high pressure hose and drain all water from the hose.
2. Make sure that the power washer has been thoroughly cleaned before
storing it in a clean dry place.
3. Avoid storing the power washer at freezing temperatures.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEMPOSSIBLE CAUSESOLUTION
No water delivery. Water filter blocked.See cleaning the water filter
on page 13.
Pump valves jammed.Contact Clarke Service
Department.
Clogged lance nozzle.Clean the nozzle.
Low or irregular
pressure
Machine is noisy.Air intake worn out / dirty/
Motor suddenly
stops.
Pressure drop.Air in system
Insufficient water supply.Check connections.
Pump taking in air.Check connections.
Detergent inlet sucking in
air.
Water filter dirty.Clean or replace.
Worn out gaskets or valve
components.
Exceeding the inlet water
temperature.
Damaged or warn out
nozzle components.
Low Voltage.Make sure the pressure
blocked valves. Excess
water temperature.
Thermal protection has
activated due to
overheating.
.Bleed system by quickly
Worn high pressure nozzle
Check connections and
that detergent supply is
topped up.
Contact Clarke Service
Department for
replacement.
Make sure the water supply
is below 40 degrees.
Contact Clarke Service
Department for
replacement.
washer is connected to a
suitable power supply.
Check air inlet. Contact
Clarke Service Department.
Reduce water temperature.
Switch off the machine and
wait until the unit has cooled
down sufficiently.
operating trigger several
times. If necessary operate
the machine briefly without
the high pressure hose
connected.
.Renew nozzle.
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Pressure
fluctuations or
pressure drop.
Shortage of water.Turn water tap on fully.
Water supply hose too long/
too narrow.
No water due to clogged
Use a 1/2” diameter water
supply hose.
Clean water inlet filter.
inlet filter.
Oil leak.Worn seals.Contact your Clarke dealer.
Motor does not
start when
switched on.
Plug is not connected
properly.
Check plug and lead and
have them replaced by a
qualified electrician if
necessary.
Mains fuse tripped/blown.Renew fuse or reset.
Motor hums when
trigger operated
and does not start.
Mains voltage too low.Have electrical connection
checked.
Incorrect diameter cable
Use correct diameter cable.
resulting in voltage drop.
Pump seals stuck.Contact your Clarke dealer.
Motor cuts out trigger open.
Motor protection switch has
been activated due to
overheating or motor
overload.
Ensure supply voltage and
unit voltage are equal.
Switch off and allow to cool
for at least three minutes.
Nozzle partly clogged. Clean using the supplied
nozzle cleaning needle.
Additives are not
being supplied.
Additive container empty.Fill additive container.
Lance not correctly set.Put lance on low pressure
setting.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Model NumberJET 8000B
Part Number7333500
Voltage230V/50Hz
Motor Input Power2400 W
Duty CycleContinuous
Working pressure108 bar
Maximum pump output pressure180 bar (2610 psi)
Maximum output flow rate6.6 l/min (400 l/hr)
Maximum output temperature
Maximum input temperature
Detergent tank capacity500 ml
Sound Pressure Level (LWA)78 dB
Sound power level (L
Guaranteed sound power level (L
)91 dB
WA
WA
Uncertainty Factor K2.19
Vibration1.0 m/s
Uncertainty Factor K0.15
Dimensions (L x W x H)280 x 348 x 640 mm
Weight18.35 kg
0
C (1040F)
40
0-40
) 93 dB
0
C
CONSUMABLES
A range of suitable hose, shampoo and traffic film remover are available from
your Clarke dealer.
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