BLUBERY GSW02A - 9. Troubleshooting; Engine Problems

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9. T ROUBLE S HOOTING
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
Low oil shut down sensor
tripped to protect engine
Add oil until it reaches minimum level on
dip stick
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
Engine stops
after starting
Low oil or no fuel
Check oil and fuel levels
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
Engine stops
while moving
or being tiled
Low oil shut down sensor
tripped to protect engine
Do not tilt the machine past 15° when
operating. Check oil level and ensure it is
above the minimum level on the dip stick
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
RPM too low
Adjust throttle lever to Fast position
Clogged nozzle
Clean nozzle with tip cleaner
Pressure is too high
Call customer service toll-free