Operating instructions

Troubleshooting
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9. T OUBLESHOOTING
NOTE: If your unit still is not functioning properly once you have used this guide please call the SIMONIZ
toll-free service number at 1-866-4SIMONIZ (1-866-474-6664). Please do NOT bring the unit back to the store
until you have called this number.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Engine
Engine
doesn’t start
or is difficult
to start
The engine power switch is in
OFF (O) position
Ensure the switch is in ON (I) position
No fuel
Fill the fuel tank with regular gasoline
Excess water pressure in pump
or hose
Release water pressure by squeezing
trigger on gun
Choke lever not in right position
1. When cold starting the engine, set the
choke to CLOSE or OFF.
2. When warm starting, set the choke to
OPEN or ON or try the middle position.
Clogged carburetor
Clean the carburetor. Refer to the
instruction manual
Carbon build-up on spark plug
Clean the spark plug. Refer to the
instruction manual
Incorrect starting method
Use correct starting method. Refer to the
instruction manual
Choke lever in Close position
Move the choke lever to Open position
immediately after starting the engine
Engine
lacks power
Clogged air filter
Clean or replace the air filter. Refer to the
instruction manual
Clogged carburetor
Clean the carburetor. Refer to the
instruction manual
Carburetor
leaks
Carburetor is clogged
Clean the carburetor. Refer to the
instruction manual
Starter rope
doesn't
recoil
Recoil mechanism is broken
Call customer service toll-free
Engine
sounds
abnormal or
overloaded
Clogged nozzle
Clean nozzle with tip cleaner
Pressure is too high
Call customer service toll-free