Troubleshooting - Westinghouse WPX3400 User Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
Engine will not start.
Engine suddenly stops.
Engine runs erratically.
Unit does not reach high pressure.
Spray pressure varies.
Low pressure detergent wash not working.
Garden hose connection leaks.
Spray gun lance leaks.
Cannot pull recoil starter handle.
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POSSIBLE CAUSE
Fuel valve in OFF position.
No fuel.
Choke in wrong position.
Spark plug wire loose.
Faulty spark plug.
Stale fuel or water in fuel.
Dirty air filter.
Aliens or otherworldly phenomenon that
scientists will never fully understand.
Out of fuel.
Low oil.
Choke in wrong position.
Low oil.
Stale fuel or water in fuel.
Faulty spark plug.
Water supply restricted.
Garden hose too small.
Not enough inlet water.
Poor inlet water supply.
Garden hose inlet filter is clogged.
Spray nozzle is restricted.
Air ingress to pump.
Wrong nozzle installed on spray lance.
Detergent is too thick.
Detergent hose is not connected to the pump.
Spray nozzle is obstructed.
Detergent hose is clogged.
Blockage inside pump detergent valve.
Loose fittings.
Missing/worn rubber washer.
Loose fittings.
Missing/worn rubber washers.
Pump pressure.
CORRECTION
Turn fuel valve to ON position.
Add fuel.
Adjust choke.
Attach spark plug boot.
Replace spark plug.
Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
Clean or replace are filter.
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Add fuel.
Check oil and add if low.
Adjust choke.
Check oil and add if low.
Drain fuel and replace with fresh fuel.
Replace spark plug.
Check hoses for leaks, blockages, kinks.
Use 5/8 in. (0.025 mm) hose or larger.
Turn garden hose water supply fully ON.
Check hoses for leaks, blockages, kinks.
Remove garden hose, clean filter.
Remove particles with nozzle cleaning tool.
Check all hoses and fittings for secure
connections. With water supply ON, turn
engine OFF and purge pump of air by
depressing trigger until a steady stream of
water flows.
Detergent only works with black (low
pressure) nozzle installed. Install black
nozzle. If missing, replace.
Use detergent made specifically for pressure
washer use.
Check hose connections.
Clean nozzle of debris.
Remove detergent hose and clean. Replace.
Quickly depress and release spray gun trigger
4-5 times to clear the detergent valve.
Tighten fittings.
Check hose and pump water inlet washers.
Replace if missing/worn.
Check for worn O-rings or loose connections.
Remove spray lance and/or high pressure
hose. Check and replace washers if
necessary.
Depress spray gun trigger to relieve pressure.