Troubleshooting - Black Max BM80930 Operator's Manual

PROBLEM
Engine fails to start
Engine hard to start
Engine lacks power
Detergent fails to mix with spray
Pump doesn't produce pressure
Machine doesn't reach high pressure Diameter of garden hose is too small
If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact customer service or a qualified service center for assistance.
NOTICE:
As the equipment owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in the Maintenance
section. It is recommended that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your equipment. Neglecting or failing
to perform the required maintenance may increase emissions, decrease fuel efficiency, degrade performance, cause
irreversible engine damage and/or void your warranty.

TROUBLESHOOTING

POSSIBLE CAUSE
No fuel in tank
Spark plug shorted or fouled
Spark plug is broken (cracked
porcelain or electrodes broken)
Ignition lead wire shorted, broken, or
disconnected from spark plug
Ignition inoperative
Choke in wrong position
Engine is flooded
Water in gasoline
Weak spark at spark plug
Dirty air filter
Soap injection hose is not properly
submerged
High pressure nozzle attached
Low pressure nozzle installed
Inadequate water supply
Spray wand leaks
Nozzle is clogged
Pump is faulty
Air in line
Hose is leaking
Kink in hose
Pump seals are worn or damaged
Water supply is restricted
Not enough inlet water
Wrong nozzle is attached
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SOLUTION
Fill tank
Replace spark plug
Replace spark plug
Replace lead wire or attach to spark
plug
Contact a qualified service center
Move choke to START position to start
a cold engine. If engine is warm, choke
should be in RUN position.
Move choke to RUN position and pull
the starter grip and rope repeatedly until
the engine starts.
Drain entire system and refill with fresh
fuel
Contact a qualified service center
Clean or replace air filter
Insert soap injection hose into soap
storage bucket
Use blue soap nozzle to apply detergent
Replace with high pressure nozzle
Provide adequate water flow
Check connections and / or replace
wand
Clean nozzle
Contact a qualified service center
Squeeze trigger on spray wand to
remove air from line
Replace hose
Eliminate kinks in hose
Have pump seals replaced by a qualified
service center
Replace with 3/4 in. garden hose
Check garden hose for kinks, leaks, and
blockages
Open water source full force
Attach the high pressure nozzle