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TROUBLESHOOTING
Symptom Cause Solution
Engine will not start
For additional engine
problems refer to the
engine owners
manual.
No gasoline. Fill gas tank.
Low oil level. Add oil.
Choke is not in correct
position.
Slide choke lever to “CHOKE”
position.
Engine throttle is not in
correct position.
Position the throttle to “FAST”.
Pressure built up in the
high pressure washer.
Squeeze the trigger to release the
pressure.
Unit does not reach
high pressure.
Diameter of garden hose is
too small.
Replace with a 3/4 inch garden
hose.
Water supply is restricted. Check garden hose for kinks, leaks
and blockage.
Not enough inlet water supply Open water source full force.
Water inlet filter is clogged. Remove filter and rinse out in warm
water.
Spray wand is in low
pressure position.
Turn spray wand tip to high
pressure position.
Output pressure
varies high and low.
Not enough inlet water supply. Turn water on full force. Check garden
hose for kinks, leaks or blockage.
Pump is sucking air. Check that hoses and fittings are air
tight. Turn off machine and purge
pump by squeezing trigger gun until
a steady flow of water emerges
through the nozzle.
Water inlet filter is clogged. Remove filter and rinse out in warm
water.
Discharge nozzle is
obstructed.
Blow out or remove debris with a
fine needle.
Calcified gun, hose or
spray wand.
Run distilled vinegar through
detergent suction tube.