Troubleshooting - Power Stroke PS8C3152 Manuel D'utilisation

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.

TROUBLESHOOTING

POSSIBLE CAUSE
No fuel in tank
Water pressure in hose
Spark plug shorted or fouled
Spark plug is broken (cracked por-
celain 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 tank is empty
High pressure nozzle attached
Low pressure nozzle installed
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
Wrong nozzle is attached
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SOLUTION
Fill tank
Squeeze trigger to relieve water pressure
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
Add detergent to soap tank
Use blue or black soap nozzle to apply detergent
Replace with high pressure nozzle
Provide adequate water flow
Check connections and/or replace trigger handle
or spray wand
Clean nozzle
Pull trigger on trigger handle to remove air from line
Replace hose
Eliminate kinks in hose
Contact 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