Maintenance and Troubleshooting
14 Owner’s Manual for Power Washer
Inspect Engine Spark
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from spark
plug.
2. Secure spark plug wire where it cannot
contact spark plug.
3. Test spark plug with approved spark plug
tester.
NOTE: DO NOT inspect for spark with spark
plug removed.
Inspect Muffler And Spark Arrestor
NOTE:
It is a violation of California Public
Resource Code, Section 4442, to use or
operate the engine on any forest-covered,
brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless
the exhaust system is equipped with a spark
arrestor, as defined in Section 4442, maintained
in effective working order. Other states or
federal jurisdictions may have similar laws.
NOTE: Call 1-888-GENERAC (1-888-436-
3722) with questions about component
replacement.
NOTE: Use ONLY original equipment
replacement parts.
Inspect muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other
damage. Remove spark arrestor, if equipped,
inspect for damage or carbon blockage. If
replacement parts are required.
Inspect Spark Arrestor Screen
(if equipped)
4. See Figure 4-9. Loosen fasteners and
remove spark arrestor from muffler.
5. Inspect spark arrestor. Replace if torn,
perforated or otherwise damaged.
• Spark Arrestor P/N 10000018388
6. If screen is not damaged, clean it with a
commercial solvent and replace.
Figure 4-9. Spark Arrestor Fasteners
Maintaining the Battery
Check the charge of the battery by pressing
the Battery Powerbar™ button. A minimum of
2 illuminated LED lights are required to start
the engine. See Figure 4-10.
Figure 4-10. Battery Powerbar™ Button
Charge the Battery
NOTE: The 12V Lithium-ion battery provided
should be used only with the battery charger
supplied with the power washer (P/N:
10000020284).
1. Remove battery from box. See Figure 4-11.
Figure 4-11. Remove Battery
2. Plug battery charger into a 120V, 60Hz,
AC receptacle only. The green “READY”
LED on the charger will illuminate.
3. Slide battery into charger bay. The red
“CHARGING” LED will illuminate to
indicate charging.
(000102)
WARNING
Accidental Start-up. Disconnect spark plug wire when
working on unit. Failure to do so could result in death
or serious injury.
(000108)
WARNING
Hot Surfaces. When operating machine, do not
touch hot surfaces. Keep machine away from
combustibles during use. Hot surfaces could
result in severe burns or fire.