GNW3324A GAS PRESSURE WASHER
25
8, TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
E
n
g
ine
Engine
doesn’t
start or is
difficult to
start
The engine power switch is in
OFF (o) position
Ensure the switch is in ON (I) position
No fuel
Fill the fuel tank with regular gasoline
Low oil shut down sensor
tripped to protect engine (not
applicable to 2600 psi
pressure washer)
Add oil until it reaches minimum level on
dip stick
Excess water pressure in
pump or hose
Release water pressure by squeezing
trigger on gun
Choke lever not in right
position
1. When cold starting the engine, set the
choke to
START
or
OFF
.
2. When warm starting, set the choke to
RUN
or
ON
or try the middle position.
Clogged carburetor
Clean the carburetor. Refer to the
instruction manual
Carbon build-up on spark
plug
Clean the spark plug. Refer to the
instruction manual
Incorrect starting method
Use correct starting method. Refer to the
instruction manual
Engine
stops after
starting
Low oil or no fuel
Check oil and fuel levels
Choke lever in
Start
position
Move the choke lever to
RUN
position
immediately after starting the engine
Engine
lacks
power
Clogged air filter
Clean or replace the air filter. Refer to
the instruction manual
Clogged carburetor
Clean the carburetor. Refer to the
instruction manual
Engine
stops
while
moving
or being
tiled
Low oil shut down sensor
tripped to protect engine (not
applicable to 2600 psi
pressure washer)
Do not tilt the machine past 15
°
when
operating. Check oil level and ensure it
is above the minimum level on the dip
stick
Carburetor
leaks
Carburetor is clogged
Clean the carburetor. Refer to the
instruction manual
Starter
rope
doesn't
recoil
Recoil mechanism is broken
Call customer service toll-free
Engine
sounds
abnormal
or
overloaded
RPM too low
Adjust throttle lever to
Fast
position
Clogged nozzle
Clean nozzle with tip cleaner
Pressure is too high
Call customer service toll-free
