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Why won’t my engine start?

  • Is the switch in the off position? (move switch to start)
  • Is the fuel valve lever off? (move lever to ON)
  • Is there fuel in the tank? (Fill tank)
  • Is the spark plug shorted or fouled? (Replace spark plug)
  • Is the spark plug broken-look for cracked porcelain or broken electrodes- (Replace spark plug)
  • Is the ignition lead wire shorted, broken or disconnected from the spark plug? (Replace lead wire or attach to spark plug)
  • Is the ignition inoperative? (Contact authorized service center)
  • Is the lubricant level low? (Add lubricant to engine)

Why is my engine so hard to start?

  • Is there water in the gasoline? (Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel)
  • Is there a weak spark at the spark plug? (Contact authorized service center)

Why is my engine weak/lacking power?

  • Is the air filter dirty? (Clean or replace filter)

Why won’t the detergent mix with the spray?

  • Is the detergent hose improperly submerged? (Insert injection hose into detergent container)
  • Is a high pressure nozzle attached? (Use dual soap nozzle to apply detergent)
  • Is the injection hose clogged or kinked? (Remove and replace the injection hose)
  • Is the chemical injector clogged? (Clean or replace injector)

Why won’t my pump produce pressure

  • Is the low pressure nozzle installed? (Replace with high pressure nozzle)
  • Is the water supply inadequate? (Provide adequate water flow)
  • Is the trigger handle leaking? (Check connection and/or replace trigger wand)
  • Is the nozzle clogged? (Clean the nozzle)
  • Is the pump faulty? (Contact authorized service center)
  • Is there air in line? (Squeeze trigger handle on trigger handle to remove air from line)

Why won’t my machine reach high pressure?

  • Is the diameter of the incoming water hose too small? (Replace with ¾ in. water hose)
  • Is the water supply restricted? (Check garden hose for kinks, leaks, and blockages)
  • Is there too little inlet water? (Open water source full force)
  • Is the wrong nozzle attached? (Attach high pressure nozzle)
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