Does your pressure washer start with one pull? I've used many Honda GX engines and never had this much trouble. Followed all instructions.
614666
One pull, maybe two. Pressure washers are notorious for not starting if after the last use, the trigger wasn't pulled to relieve the pressure inside pump. Or else, squeeze the trigger before pulling on cord to relieve any pressure. If after two three pulls it is getting harder to pull, again squeeze the trigger and then pull. Good luck.Very important: make sure there is enough oil in the pump. Adding several ounces may be the cure. These things will not start with insufficient oil as a protection to the pump.
614667
Not right after storage. BUT, you gotta follow the instructions EXACTLY or it will not start. After it warms, all is good. I brought mine out of storage last spring and it took 2 of us about 30 minutes to figure out what we were doing wrong (had to look in the manual). After that, it started right up. I blame those stupid "pictographs" they put on the engine. It really confuses me.
614668
I was having trouble getting mine to start also. I pulled once or twice and then it would get REALLY hard to pull. I didn't realize this was caused by pressure building in the pump. I have since began starting the washer by simultaneously aiming the nozzle in a safe direction, squeezing the trigger to relieve the pressure, and pulling the cord. This may not be the safest method, but now it starts on the first pull and that pull is VERY easy.
1679807
Nope, the pressure washer works straight out of the box. If you are asking if I needed to buy replacement parts due to failure, then my answer is still no. Get price for a great pressure washer
828708
I don't know I could never get mine started and sent it back immediately. I went and purchased a Honda - works great!
348916
On occasion have found tank dried out. I usually mix 25:1 with next octane level up (may or may not help). Mine will not start unless the trigger throttle is in the start, or preset position, and only start lying on the ground, one foot on the handle bar, and usually two pulls, then choke mid range, and third pull gets it. Will admit sometimes needs a few more pulls, but always starts this way. Never been able to start it standing up.Have mine 3 years now, farm use.
1704496
No it is rope start but out of the box full of gas /oil it started 2 pulls every time I have used it it starts 2 pulls and very quite
1693992
No. The name on the engine is Generac. I have used this Generac twice without any problems. I am completely satisfied with this unit and engine. I have owned two Craftsman Pressure Washers with B&S engines. Both engines failed in the second year of ownership.
1693989
No. The name on the engine is Generac. I have used this Generac twice without any problems. I am completely satisfied with this unit and engine.I have owned two Craftsman Pressure Washers with B&S; engines. Both engines failed in the second year of ownership.
64163
I just used mine last week and it started the first pull. It starts with the choke pulled all the way out. After it starts you push it in. I always start it with the water off on a quick connect fitting that has a shut off. You might check the spark plug and make sure the wire is connected securely.
596933
Sounds like you would need an adopter, Please try to be sure that the adopter can be used at the highest pressure possible by the pressure washer.
632468
I use the pull start. The push button thing was only novelty when I bought the mower and has never worked as far as I can tell. Short of that one defect it has been a really great mower.
790431
Huh, try this model Powermate PM0497000.04 Powermate PM0497000.04 8,750 Watt 389cc 13HP Honda GX390 Gas Powered Portable Generator My experience with lawn mowers with Honda motors is they start every first pull & run forever. But this is an electric start generator, I don't use it weekly, maybe 2 - 3 times a year. If I start it monthly, I'll know if it works or not & fix it.
1704498
No. It has a pull start. Fairly low tension but still requires some effort. It always started within two pulls for me.
692186
Actually, yes. Although it has an electric start, the design of the plug housing is such that I could not get a plug to fit. I was surprised, and pleased, when I was able to start the machine with one pull. Maker certain you have all the valves open and the cylinder primed and you should not have a problem.
2241476
No, you have to pull it to start. But it's still running great and starts on the first pull almost every time.
1045965
Lightest gas power blower I have used. Should be no problemMy blower starts up on the 1st to 2nd pull, so again no problem . However, always have fresh gas
2006687
No, mine generally hits on first pull if I remember to set choke and have switch in run position. I crank it about once every one to two months to keep it ready. Only use NON ETHENOL gas in it! ! !
2058122
Assuming you followed all of the instructions and the previous answer, maybe a small shot of engine starting fluid (ether) will get you going. Don't overdue it. Also, their customer service is great. Give them a call.