Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause
Solution
Pressure washer will not start
No fuel
Add fuel
Faulty spark plug
Replace spark plug
Unit loaded during start up
Remove load from unit
Pressure washer will not start;
Pressure washer starts but runs
roughly
Low oil level
Fill crankcase to the proper level
Place pressure washer on a flat, level
surface
Choke in the wrong position.
Adjust choke.
Spark plug wire loose
Attach wire to spark plug
Pressure washer shuts down during
operation
Out of fuel
Fill fuel tank
Pressure washer not level
Place pressure washer on a flat, level
surface
Low oil level
Fill crankcase to the proper level.
Place pressure washer on a flat, level
surface
Pressure washer cannot supply
enough power or overheating
Pressure washer is overloaded
Review load and adjust. See “Power
Management”
Insufficient ventilation
Check for air restriction. Move to a
well ventilated area
Pressure washer gallops
Engine governor defective
Contact the help line
Repeated circuit breaker tripping
Overload
Review load and adjust. See “Power
Management”
Faulty cords or device
Check for damaged, bare or frayed
wires. Replace defective device
