Power craft pressure washer?

wiggy

when i turn on my power craft pressure washer it keeps starting & stopping like thump thump thump and the pressure is low can you tell me what might be the problem.

It came with a 3 year warranty so hoping that it might be able to get fixed, if i can find the receipt that is

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what is the water pressure from the garden hose to the unit??? is it possible there is a filter at the hose connection to the unit??? those machines make a thump noise as it is normal.. go to another location and try the pump washer to see if it works ok... the hose needs to be on medium force but the unit cannot handle full force.

pressure washer will not hold pressure

Gerald D

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When dealing with a "Pressure" problem always start from the source.
Then by process of eleimation, find out what is wrong.

First check the water flow/pressure from the inlet...insure the filter is not clogged.
Next check the pump....remove the hose from the pressure washer, turn on the water source and then turn on the pump. There should be a marked difference in the flow.

Keep checking...Could be a few things.
Pressure Regulator Bad
Temperature check valve bad
Internal check valves stuck/bad

Generally if it is not "Holding" pressure while gun is in the off postion, water is bypassing somewhere.

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Recent low water pressure in house/yard-frequent sediment in washer hose filter-no pressure for yard sprinkler

DJ

First the water to fill the washer started running very slowly, then the garden sprinkler stopped working because the pressure is so low. This is all in the last few days. We cleaned the screen on the washer hose yesterday and today it is clogged again. The water heater is over 10 years old but this problem is so sudden. Also, we have a very tight budget and can't afford a new water heater, so if it might be anything else, we want to try any possibilities. All water valves are open. We can't see or hear water running or leaking anywhere. It's going to be 98 degrees this week and my garden is in danger of frying! Any help would be very much appreciated, Thanks!

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If you're on a well:

Any recent heavy rains will stir up sediment and suck it into the waterlines, clogging the filters.

It could also be you have a waterlogged pressure tank, in which case you might be able to empty it out and recharge it (about 40psi) should do.

Not likely but possible, you might have problems with your pump, but, generally if you're getting water then you should be okay... However, you pump may have slipped or the side of your well caved in and that's allowing the sediment to be sucked through, that is if you haven't had any recent heavy rains.

Not sure why you mentioned the water heater as it eally has nothing to do with your problem (but your whole message is sorta cryptic, and reminds me of a plumbing test), but, if you drain it, it should get most of the sediment out, if not on the first try, repeat.

To fix the washing machine check unscrew the lines in the back of the machine (with the water off), and see if the filters on the intake are clogged. Do the same with the all the aerators.

Hope that helps.

DK

How to convert pressure washer into water pump?

jjsschultz

I have a briggs 6.5 hp pressure washer that I was wondering if I could convert it into a water pump to shiphon water from a river. I got the go ahead from the mayor to use river water to water grass and garden but now I need a pump to get it a few hundred feet from the river to my garden. Is there a way to convert my pressure washer into a pump the can siphon the water out for me and pump it to where I need. I'm not worried about it being high or low pressure, just want to know if i can do this.
I tried to do what shiggity said but the pressure washer requires pressurized water going into the inlet it does not siphon from the inlet on its own, i also tried to "prime" it by filling the hose with water before sumerging it into the river but still no luck.

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Attach a pipe to the outlet of your pressure washer.
Add a hose to the end of the pipe.
The pipe is so that your hose won't get damaged by the pressure as it exits the nozzle.
Run a hose from the river to the water supply of your washer. Don't forget a filter.

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anybody have a Karcher presser washer with 5 h.p. Honda engine that is hard to pull start and how to fix it?

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crazyjack1

When first got pressure washer it was very easy to start now it kicks back very hard.

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The only way that this can happen is that there is too much oil in the crancase.Check the fluid level,on on LEVEL surface,while the engine is cold.Another reason is it may be flooded.Pull out the spark plug and pull the cord a few times.Replace plug and try it then.It it was flooded (fuel), your filter could be wet or dirty,check to see if the air filter is wet or dirty.Check the plug to see if it needs replacing.

i have a mobile detailing service, my pressure washer locked up and i let it sit for a couple of days and trie

mr.emosk8t

i have a mobile detailing service, my pressure washer locked up and i let it sit for a couple of days and tried to start it again now its turning over but wont start can you help me?

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When a machine locks-up it is never a good thing. However we will do our best to get you going again!
There is some information we must have for a fair diagnosis.
Does it have oil, did it run out of oil before it locked-up?
Is there fresh gas in the tank?
Is the air filter clean?
Did the unit turn over?
Is there resistance when you pull the rope?
Is there spark to the spark plug?
With the answer to these questions a diagnosis can be more readily prepared for you.

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What can I do to salvage a gas pressure washer that fell into my pool... running?

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Vdoman

Hello,
You probably won't believe this, but I was using my gas powered (Briggs & Straton) pressure washer to clean my pool deck this afternoon, and while my back was turned... the whole pressure washer fell into the pool! I quickly jumped in and fished it out of the pool, but it dove in running. Naturally it won't start when I pull the cord.

Any advice on what I can do to salvage this thing?

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Both previous answers are good. You need to go through several steps to determine if you did any major damage to the internals as mentioned. Remove the spark plug, then pull the starter cord several times to get rid of most of the water in the cylinder. Once this is done, put your finger over the spark plug hole and pull the starter cord (you might need a second person). If you feel pressure on your finger, the piston and valves are working normally.

If the engine passes the compression test, you need to remove the gas tank or completely drain it. If the unit has a bowl type carburetor, it also has to be drained. You also have to drain the oil. It wouldn't hurt to put alcohol into the gas tank but it isn't absolutely necessary.

Leave the spark plug out and let the unit dry in the sun for a day. Refill the oil, fill the gas take with fresh gasoline and change the air filter. Replace the spark plug and you are ready to go!

Why is my pressure washer cutting off?

Keith

I just bought a used Sears Craftsman 6.5 pressure washer and after 45 minutes of use it is losing power and acting like is wants to turn off. If I stop using the wand during this it stays on but when I continue it does the same thing?

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Me too but a different brand. I blame it on the water supply (country) not keeping up with the pump in the sprayer. Also debris clogging the tip of the nozzle since the hose I connect it to has no filter or screen. Good luck. Its aggravating when you want to get a job done!

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