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
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.
This product has a Three-year Limited Warranty for personal, family, or household use (90 days for business or
commercial use). For warranty details, visit www.ryobitools.com or call (toll free) 1-800-860-4050.
TROUBLESHOOTING
POSSIBLE CAUSE
No fuel in tank
Water pressure in hose
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
Air in line causing idle down feature to perform
incorrectly
Spray selector on the 5-in-1 Change-over Nozzle
is set to either the 40º, 25º, or 0º setting
Soap tank is empty
Spray selector on the 5-in-1 Change-over Nozzle
is set to either the short range detergent [ ] or
long range detergent [ ] setting.
Inadequate water supply
Trigger handle or spray wand leaks
Nozzle is clogged
Air in line
Hose is leaking
Kink in hose
Pump is faulty
Diameter of garden hose is too small
Water supply is restricted
Not enough inlet water
Spray selector on the 5-in-1 Change-over Nozzle
is set to either the short range detergent [ ] or
long range detergent [ ] setting
Fill tank
Squeeze trigger to relieve water pressure
Replace spark plug
Replace spark plug
Replace lead wire or attach to spark plug
Contact a qualfied 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 qualfied service center
Clean or replace air filter
With engine off, squeeze trigger until water comes
out to remove air from line.
Rotate the spray selector on the 5-in-1 Change-
over Nozzle to either the short range detergent
[ ] or long range detergent [ ] setting.
Add detergent to soap tank
Rotate the spray selector on the 5-in-1 Change-
over Nozzle to either the 40º, 25º, or 0º setting
Provide adequate water flow
Check connections and / or replace trigger handle
or spray wand
Clean nozzle
Squeeze trigger on trigger handle to remove air
from line
Replace hose
Eliminate kinks in hose
Contact a qualfied service center
Replace with 3/4 in. garden hose
Check garden hose for kinks, leaks, and blockages
Open water source full force
Rotate the spray selector on the 5-in-1 Change-
over Nozzle to either the 40º, 25º, or 0º setting
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SOLUTION