REV 78021-20120120
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78021
ENGLISH
TROUblESHOOTING
Problem
Cause
Solution
Pressure washer will not start
No fuel
Add fuel
Faulty spark plug
Replace spark plug
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 gallops
Engine governor defective
Contact the help line
Unit does not reach high pressure
Water supply is restricted
Check hoses for leaks, blockage, kinks
Garden hose is too small
Replace with 5/8 in . garden hose or
larger
Garden hose inlet filter is clogged
Remove garden hose, clean filter and
rinse out
Not enough inlet water
Turn garden hose water on full force
Spray pressure varies from high to low
Poor inlet water supply
Turn garden hose water on full force .
Check hose for leaks, blockage, or
kinks
Garden hose inlet filter is clogged
Remove garden hose, clean filter and
rinse out
Spray nozzle is obstructed
Remove particles with small wire rod
(see maintenance section in manual)
Pump is sucking air
Check all hoses and fittings, make
sure they are securely tightened down
and fastened . Turn off engine and
purge pump by squeezing trigger gun
until a steady stream of water flows
Detergent wash is not functioning
properly
Detergent is too thick
Dilute detergent
Wand is on high pressure setting
Detergent only works on a low
pressure setting
Detergent hose is not connected to
the pump housing
Check connection . See diagram on
Page 9
Spray nozzle is obstructed
Clean nozzle and remove debris
Filter on detergent hose is clogged
Clean with warm water or replace
Garden hose connection leaks
Loose fittings
Tighten
Missing/worn-out rubber washer
Replace rubber washer
Spray wand leaks
Spray wand not properly attached
Tighten all connections
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