Gas powered pressure washer dies when pressure is applied?

Mike

Gas powered pressure washer dies when pressure is applied?
It runs fine until you turn the pressure on, and then it dies. Run fine when I start it I hook up water still running fine I pull trigger it dies 6 mo old Please help
I do hook up water b 4 start just wanted to explain runs fine till I pull trigger then stops abruptly

Answer
on pressure washers always have the water hooked up and on before starting engine.turn on the spray nozzle to eliminate a hard start.then it could be a bad pump ,a clogged hose or nozzle,or a worn out engine.if it dies quickly i'd bet on the pump trying to lock -up.hope this helps.

What psi pressure washer for exterior paint prep?

Brian

Im going to be repainting the exterior of my house soon and i need to get a pressure washer to clean and remove loose paint. I know i need to get a gas one because electric wont cut it. What psi will be enough to get the job done? I found a decent deal on craigslist for a 2600 psi pressure washer but is that enough for what i want to do or should i be looking into buying or renting a 3000 plus psi?

Answer
Any pressure washer will do the job...even the electric ones. The higher pressure will remove the paint quicker but will increase the possibility of damage to the surface. There is a definite technique to using pressure washers for removing paint. You need to be aware of the damage you could do before you start. Make sure you read and understand ALL instructions before you start and practice on a piece of old scrap before you start on the house. Kick back from the nozzle could be a real surprise when you are on the top of a ladder.

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