Benchmark BW Series Manual

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BW SERIES
9. TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Engine will
not start
 No gasoline
 Engine oil low
 Choke is in the
incorrect position
 Water pressure built up
after two recoil pulls
 Spark plug cap
disconnected
 Fouled spark plug
 Add fuel
 Add engine oil
 Move choke to the Start
position
 Squeeze the trigger after
each failed recoil start to
release the pressure
 Connect spark plug cap
 Replace spark plug
Engine hard
to start
 Stale fuel or water in
fuel
 Drain fuel and rell with
fresh gas
Engine lacks
power and
vibrates
excessively
 Choke in the Start
position
 Dirty air lter
 Move choke to the Run
position
 Clean air lter
Engine loses
power when
load is added
 Engine speed too low  Move throttle to full
power (rabbit icon)
Not reaching
high pressure
 Low pressure black
detergent nozzle is
attached
 Low water supply
 Water supply is
restricted
 Water inlet lter is
clogged
 Nozzle obstructed
 High pressure hose is
too long
 Remove and attach a
high pressure nozzle
 Water supply must be
from a 3/4" diameter
hose minimum
 Check hose for leaks,
kinks, or blockages.
Ensure the water supply
tap is all the way open.
 Remove lter and rinse in
warm water. Reinstall.
 See nozzle cleaning
instructions
 Max high pressure hose
of 100 feet (30m)

Benchmark BW Series Specifications

General

Brand	Benchmark
Model	BW Series
Category	Pressure Washer
Language	English