How do I take the cover off of a greenworks 1700psi pressure washer

Hi,

that selection must cause too much internal pressure for certain parts of your device to handle so the leak occur to ....let off a little pressure. Please work with Greenworks to find out whether you need to replace a part of your device to overcome the leak. Their number is 1-888-909-6757.

Thank you.

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http://www.greenworkstools.com/uploads/documents/51012_1700PSI_Pressure_Washer_E_Manual.pdf
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GREENWORKS 51012 Pressure Washer Parts Breakdown Owners Manual

It looks like it's just snapped into the frame, but first verify that there are no screws going through to the cover from the back of the machine - look for any hidden by stickers, especially those with warranty or date markings. Pull off the knob (look for set screws first), and remove any screws or shaft nut hidden by the knob. Get a piece of hardwood scrap (red oak is best), and cut four strips about 4"-6" long by 3/8" wide by 1/8" thick, and taper one end of each of these to 1/16" width. These will be used to help remove the cover without ripping the edges to shreds.

Insert a small flat blade screwdriver into gap between the cover and the frame, and carefully probe for any hooked tabs. When you find one, slide one of the wood spudger strips in next to the screwdriver, and use it to push on the tab and lift the cover away from the frame. Leave the strip in place to keep the tab from re-engaging the hook, and slide a second strip in along the gap until you find the next hooked tab. Repeat with the remaining strips. Now you should have enough of the cover loose that you can slip in a big piece of cardboard to hold the middle hooks off. That will let you use the middle strips to continue unlatching the cover.

I've never seen one of these units up close, but this procedure works on flat-screen computer monitors. The manufacturer's photo very strongly suggests a similar construction.

The unit has a one-year warranty. Here's the link to the manufacturer's toll-free Customer Support:
1700 PSI Electric Pressure Washer Greenworks

In addition to the comment above regarding the need to use a low pressure (soap) tip, there's a chance the tanks or the hoses from the tanks to the valve and/or from the valve to the pump is plugged with dried detergent. The easiest way to clean out the hoses, unless you can see the plug with the detergent bottle removed, is to remove the top cover and pull all the hoses and flush them out. Removing the cover is not too bad. There are several recessed screws underneath, including a couple above the wheels that requires removing the wheels and axle.

does it have
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What make and model is it. Normally you would see torx heads that need removing.

There should be a clip that holds it in place, see link.
http://www.ppe-pressure-washer-parts.com/greenworks-51012-pressure-washer-parts

Greenworks 1700 psi - Pressure Washer Problem and Solution:

Problems:
1. The main problem is the water outlet connector between the pump and the pressure hose. It's made of plastic. So water ran to the motor, switch and capacitor.
2. The 2 connectors to the capacitor may be rusted by now. So it build high current when plug-in and pressing the power-on button. Caused the power breaker to trip.
3. The motor is stuck caused the power breaker to trip too.

"These were the problems I encountered."

Solutions:
1. Disassemble the top cover by removing 10 pcs Philip screws on the left and right side at the bottom. Note: you need a 1 foot long Philip screw driver to do this job. Next, removed 4 hex screws at the middle.

2. Check the capacitor: Mine, was pushed out from the cover and the 2 connectors were rusted. Just in case, replaced the 2 connector instead of salvaging them. Pile the 2 connectors of the big capacitor. Note: This big capacitor is lethal, that it can harm/shock you if it is charge: (230Vac), make sure is completely discharge, by checking the DC voltage from Digital multimeter. To discharge place a light bulb as load between the 2 connectors. Check and measure the capacitance or use an ESR meter to make sure the capacitor is in working condition.

3. check the motor: Try to spin the propeller/small blade by hand. If it doesn't move or spin do this: Remove the black plastic cover and used allen / hex driver. If it doesn't move /spin try this: tap the shaft (where the hex located) with the hammer softly, then spin it. If it doesn't move tap again with little harder until the motor spin using your hand rotation.

4. The main problem is the water outlet connector (model no.:34117365) causing all these problems. It was made of plastic. Don't try to glue or repair it. I tried JB weld and didn't work. Imagine 1700psi coming out of this connector. Use the Sears replacement part no. 33101365 - a solid metal. use for craftsman pressure washer. It's the perfect replacement. Cost $8.52 and about $19.00 with shipping.

5. Assemble and check out other outlet(s) for leakage. If found one, the outlet connecting to the soap line. I used plastic tie.

This pressure washer belongs to my neighbor. Asked if I can fix it for I fixed their 3 computers long time ago. It was a challenge for me, because I didn't have experience in fixing pressure washer before. But it everything works now. Good luck.

Roan
Electronics Tech

You need to contact Green Works.