why does mine runs for only a minute before stopping ? then wont restart. i think the choke stays on. please help.
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It could be the fuel filter. The manual suggests you change it yearly or after 50 hours of use. I had this issue and that is what it was.
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Have you tried with the choke on? Carburetor might have dust - you can never be sure how long it has been on the shelf. Mine was night starting this season so I got the Carburetor cleaned in preparation for the storm.
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On occasion have found tank dried out. I usually mix 25:1 with next octane level up (may or may not help). Mine will not start unless the trigger throttle is in the start, or preset position, and only start lying on the ground, one foot on the handle bar, and usually two pulls, then choke mid range, and third pull gets it. Will admit sometimes needs a few more pulls, but always starts this way. Never been able to start it standing up.Have mine 3 years now, farm use.
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This engine worked great when I installed it, but when I tried to use it after sitting for a few months, it'd start and run for 5 or so seconds and kill. Gas has aStabilizer in it but I haven't been able to figure out the problem as of yet.
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There is a timer on the unit. Make sure it has been turned off. If it isn't it will shut off before it reaches 50.... I know you said it runs longer and still doesn't drop down to 50. Make sure you read instructions and check all settings. I had this problem in the beginning... I had to read the booklet again.... Hope this helps Mine works great
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our engine is a Kohler 15.5 HP - might be a different carb, but I would bet the fuel shut-off is the same. I replaced ours because the engine would die after 10 minutes or so. 10-15 minutes later it would start and run for another 10 minutes and die. Turns out this was not the problem - it was the ignition module (provides spark to spark plug) Replaced that and it now runs fine. If you really think its a carb problem - just order a new carb and don't do a rebuild kit. Been there done that. Installed new carb and it now runs better than it ever has. 10 minute change out. With a new carb it comes complete with the fuel shut-off. Gas with ethanol seems to eat the diaphragm's up. our engine is a Kohler 15.5 HP - might be a different carb, but I would bet the fuel shut-off is the same. I replaced ours because the engine would die after 10 minutes or so. 10-15 minutes later it would start and run for another 10 minutes and die. Turns out this was not the problem - it was the ignition module (provides spark to spark plug) Replaced that and it now runs fine. If you really think its a carb problem - just order a new carb and don't do a rebuild kit. Been there done that. Installed new carb and it now runs better than it ever has. 10 minute change out. With a new carb it... » Read More our engine is a Kohler 15.5 HP - might be a different carb, but I would bet the fuel shut-off is the same. I replaced ours because the engine would die after 10 minutes or so. 10-15 minutes later it would start and run for another 10 minutes and die. Turns out this was not the problem - it was the ignition module (provides spark to spark plug) Replaced that and it now runs fine. If you really think its a carb problem - just order a new carb and don't do a rebuild kit. Been there done that. Installed new carb and it now runs better than it ever has. 10 minute change out. With a new carb it comes complete with the fuel shut-off. Gas with ethanol seems to eat the diaphragm's up. « Show Less
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Wow, I would contact wildgame innovations .Mine is working great. it has an auto shutoff that turns it off 30 secs after I stop using it. Maybe some malfunction. I the battery old?
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Dear Jeff,Thank you for your query.The choke is on when it is in up position and off when it is in down position.Hope this information helps!Warm Regards,Samantha HoffmanUnited Express Distribution
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Mine is doing the same thing. But it does run strong for the few seconds it does run. Suspect the printed circuit board. It is a two speed motor, so if you tap the button a second time quickly before it turns off, it runs in the "low" mode.
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You never leave the choke on (any engine) after starting. The choke should always be fully open (off) when the engine is operating.
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I have the same problem on two I have. The exception is they only run 4 seconds. I talked to Moultrie CS and they said there is a reset button on the timer. Haven't looked yet because they are in the woods. Give them a call. Maybe they will get after it if there are more calls received.
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It should get quitter with usage--I have around 8 hrs on mine and it is quitter than any other I have owned. Everything is tight when you first start using it. If it gets louder, then replace it.
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Ned, I'm no mechanic, but I can tell you what happened to mine. Same problem, very hard to start and then to keep running. In a nutshell, I was using regular gasoline which in a few short months caused an air leak by eating into the seal on the carberator plate cover. You might want to check and see if you have any leakage on the bottom of the carb plate. I replaced the gasket and started using Alcohol free gasoline (which the literature says to use) and have had no futher problems. Starts easy, runs great, without the constant priming. BTW - I found that Dealers will not cover any gasoline areas under warranty.
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I've had the same one for three years and it always starts on the 2nd pull. I don't know how maintenance savvy you are so I'll just cover a few areas which you might look at. 1. The choke, is it left on? 2. Your air filter. Clogged, damp, any obstructions? 3. Spark plug, clean it, check the gapping or just replace it. Hope one of these solves your problem because this is one of the most dependable power washer I've owned. It gets used a lot in the summer!
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Are you using gas or propane? Make sure valve is open for gas or closed for propane. Read the manual to insure you are using the choke properly for start up
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In testing it, I set the regulated pressure to 80PSI. I don't know if this has any affect on the point at which it starts back up. But, it restarted at about 168PSI.
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My generator still s not running. Have a mechanic working on it, still will not continue to run starts and revs up dies in seconds.