I have to let my wife to hold the lance trigger releasing the pressure when I can start the engine. How easy is yours to start? Thanks
1505112
Never had to relieve pressure before starting. There are multiple levers for gas line, choke, and throttle. You may want to review the manual for correct suggested positions on engine restart. I have not experienced this issue. I never change the throttle position from full on. Perhaps a small engine service visit is warranted to assist the resolution. This should not be happening to the customer. Good luck.
1505113
From the owner's manual: 6. When starting the engine, grasp starter grip handle (Figure25) and pull slowly until you feel some resistance. Then pull rapidly to start engine. Starter cord kickback (rapid retraction) can result in bodily injury. Kickback will pull hand and arm toward engine faster than you can let go. Broken bones, fractures, bruises, or sprains could result.* NEVER pull starter cord without first relieving spray gun pressure.
1505114
I've never had an issue starting mine. I just flip the switch to on, turn on the choke and pull the handle a couple times. Once it's running I slide the choke off. Been really reliable so far.
1505115
After changing the pump it's easy to start. That's how my washer acted before the pump locked up. It locked up in the first 6 weeks I used it.
1505116
I have an in-line shutoff at the pressure washer. I Before I attempt to start the engine I run the water through the wand. Then I close the shutoff and start the engine, opening the shutoff as soon as possible after the engine starts. I have had no problems yet doing it this way.
1505117
the machine was received damaged- the fuel feed was damaged and would not run-recently fixed under warranty- the spray heads were missing -the plastic on the front was broken-just received back -not able to comment on starting at this time -sorry
1505118
I also have to hold the trigger when starting the engine. I guess that keeps the pressure low while starting the engine. The easiest way that I found was to place one foot on the front bottom plate to stabilize the machine, then hold the trigger with one hand while starting with the other. It usually starts on the first or second try this way. I know it is a bit frustrating, but this was the easiest way that I found to start it. Also a good idea to open the choke all the way on the first start of the day. I hope this helps.
482671
That's a good question . I dragged it . Was not easy. I'd add fuel and start it . Drive it off . She started on 2nd pull . Things a bear to move when its not running
1859824
The needle should pretty much stay steady. Even when you turn off the engine the pressure still should be the same. The pressure regulator holds the pressure there for the next engine start up.
677411
None. Pull it out of the box. Put in oil and gas. Slip on the blower tube and fire it up. This thing starts every time on a dime and is very strong. I love it.
886449
You need to put oil in. It will not work until the oil is in. I did not connect the battery. It is easy to pull start. Use the leads provided if you want to connect the battery. You have to remove the cover on the side of the unit to get to the battery.
1604658
Yes. Took me a while to get an initial startup. I overcame this by putting my hand over the air opening. Smooth idle and revs freely. Big improvement.
2013436
That's a tough one. Seems I have to actually start using slight force at about 30 PSI. My tires need 50, so from 30 to 50 it gets a bit tiring. Still not hard, just a lot of pumping. Also seems the faster I pump the better it works. Slow and steady doesn't seem to move the gauge.
1919141
I don't think it's hard to start. There's a priming bulb that you pump gas into the engine and a start switch (automatic choke) you use. Mine has always started in less than six easy pulls on the starter cord. I've never used the leaf vacuum. It uses premium grade gas mixed with two stroke oil at 100:1. I'm happy with this purchase. Saved water this summer cleaning patios and walkways with it. Hope this helps.
1980869
I've started mine both ways. The manual pull is pretty easy. I like having the electric start as backup.
2035187
Yes it is , press primer bulb few times, set lever to full choke then pull to start until it wants to start( no more then 5 times) , set to half choke pull to start it will run , let it run about 30 seconds to a minutes set lever to run , my opinion if you go through these steps and it still won't start - replace spark plug , good luck !
358545
Check the spark plug gap and don't over prime it floods easily I would return it sounds like you got a bad one mine started no problem I primed until fuel was visible in the bubble then it turned on the 3rd pull amazon has the best return policy just let them know and they will make it right
884625
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.
863397
I agree with MyFoose that you should try using fresh gasoline with an additive such as Sta-Bil. I have never had trouble starting any of my Honda engines.
914403
Does this start look like the one you took off from ur car. This starter is a high performance starter if so it's will get the job done with no problem I had installed it in my 407 block and it fires her right up
2058122
Assuming you followed all of the instructions and the previous answer, maybe a small shot of engine starting fluid (ether) will get you going. Don't overdue it. Also, their customer service is great. Give them a call.
64164
Make sure that there is a primer.must hit it about three time with the choke on.hit the trigger on the gun to release the air and then try to start the motor
2186863
you need to call customer service about that question. I had a problem with starting it.We got it started but only when i spray caburetor cleaner into carburetor to stat it.Thats the only way to get it started.