Troubleshooting - Princess auto 2.3 GPM @ 2,600 PSI GAS PRESSURE WASHER User Manual

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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem(s)
Engine does not start
Engine is hard to start
Engine lacks power and
vibrates excessively
Engine quits during operation
Engine looses power when load
is added
Water pressure is weak
Pump fails to produce pressure or
pressure is inconsistent
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2.3 GPM @ 2,600 PSI GAS PRESSURE WASHER
Possible Cause(s)
Out of fuel
Engine oil low
Spark plug wire disconnected
Bad spark plug
Spark plug wire has shorted
Ignition inoperative
Stale fuel or water in the fuel
Spark plug producing a weak spark
Excessively rich fuel mixture
Dirty air filter
Out of fuel
Engine speed is too slow
Water supply is restricted
Water not turned on to full power
Not using a high enough pressure nozzle
Water supply is restricted
Water is not turned on to full power
Not using high pressure nozzle
Nozzle is clogged
Spray gun leaks
Air in the line
Inlet hose screen is clogged
Water supply is over 38°C (100°F)
Pump is faulty
Suggested Solution(s)
Fill fuel tank
Add engine oil
Connect the spark plug wire
Replace the spark plug
Contact service centre
Contact service centre
Drain the fuel and refill with fresh gasoline.
Contact service centre
Contact service centre
Clean the air filter
Fill the fuel tank
Move the throttle to fast. If this does not
correct the problem, contact service centre
Inspect the garden hose for kinks or leaks.
Make sure you are using a large enough garden
hose (minimum 3/4 in. diameter)
Open the water source all the way
Change the nozzle
Inspect the garden hose for kinks or leaks.
Make sure you are using a large enough garden
hose (minimum 3/4 in. diameter)
Open the water source all the way
Change the nozzle
Clean the nozzle
Check the spray gun connection or replace the
spray gun
Squeeze the trigger handle to remove the air
Clean the inlet
Use a cool water supply
Contact service centre
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