Problem
Pump fails to produce pressure,
has erratic pressure, chattering,
loss of pressure, low water
volume.
Engine runs well at no-load, but
bogs when load is applied.
Engine will not start, or starts and
runs rough.
Engine shuts down during
operation.
Engine lacks power.
Operator's Manual for Power Washer
Table 2: Troubleshooting
Cause
1. Low pressure nozzle installed.
2. Water inlet is obstructed.
3. Inadequate water supply.
4. Inlet hose kinked or leaking.
5. Clogged hose inlet screen.
6. Water supply is over 100 ºF
(37.8 ºC).
7. High-pressure hose is
obstructed, or leaks.
8. Spray gun leaks.
9. Nozzle is obstructed.
10. Pump is faulty.
1. Engine speed too low.
1. ON/OFF switch OFF.
2. Dirty air filter.
3. Out of fuel.
4. Stale fuel.
5. Spark plug wire not connected
to plug.
6. Bad spark plug.
7. Water in fuel.
8. Excessively rich fuel mixture.
1. Out of fuel.
1. Dirty air filter.
Correction
1. Replace with high-pressure
nozzle.
2. Clean inlet.
3. Provide adequate water flow.
4. Straighten inlet hose, patch
leak.
5. Inspect and clean inlet hose
screen.
6. Provide cooler water supply.
7. Clear obstructions or replace
hose.
8. Replace spray gun.
9. Clean nozzle.
10. Contact authorized servicing
dealer.
1. Contact authorized servicing
dealer.
1. Turn ON/OFF switch ON.
2. Clean or replace air filter.
3. Fill fuel tank.
4. Replace with fresh fuel.
5. Connect wire to spark plug.
6. Replace spark plug.
7. Drain fuel tank, replace with
fresh fuel.
8. Contact authorized servicing
dealer.
1. Fill fuel tank.
1. Replace air filter.
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