RIDGID RD80763 manual Troubleshooting, Problem Cause Solution

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troubleshooting

Problem

 

Cause

 

Solution

 

 

 

 

Engine fails to start

1. Engine switch is in the off position.

1.

Move switch to start.

 

. Fuel valve lever is OFF.

.

Move the lever to ON.

 

3.

No fuel in tank.

3.

Fill tank.

 

4.

Spark plug shorted or fouled.

4.

Replace spark plug.

 

5.

Spark plug is broken (cracked

5.

Replace spark plug.

 

 

porcelain or electrodes broken).

 

 

 

6.

Ignition lead wire shorted, broken,

6.

Replace lead wire or attach to spark

 

 

or disconnected from spark plug.

 

plug.

 

7.

Ignition inoperative.

7.

Contact authorized service center.

 

8.

Lubricant level is low.

8.

Add lubricant to the engine.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine hard to start

1.

Water in gasoline

1.

Drain entire system and refill with

 

 

 

 

fresh fuel.

 

. Weak spark at spark plug

. Contact authorized service center.

 

 

 

 

 

Engine lacks power

1.

Dirty air filter

1.

Clean or replace air filter.

 

.

Not enough power

.

Increase throttle.

 

 

 

 

 

Detergent fails to mix with spray

1.

Detergent injection hose is not

1.

Insert injection hose into detergent

 

 

properly submerged

 

container.

 

. High pressure nozzle attached

2.

Use Dual Power Soap Nozzle to

 

 

 

 

apply detergent.

 

3.

Injection hose is clogged/kinked.

3.

Remove and replace injection hose.

 

4.

Chemical injector is clogged.

4.

Clean or replace injector.

 

 

 

 

 

Pump doesn’t produce pressure

1.

Low pressure nozzle installed

1.

Replace with high pressure nozzle.

 

.

Inadequate water supply

.

Provide adequate water flow.

 

3.

Trigger handle leaks

3.

Check connections and / or replace

 

 

 

 

trigger wand.

 

4.

Nozzle is clogged

4.

Clean nozzle.

 

5.

Pump is faulty

5.

Contact authorized service center.

 

6.

Air in line

6.

Squeeze trigger on trigger handle to

 

 

 

 

remove air from line.

 

 

 

 

Machine doesn’t reach high

1. Diameter of garden hose is too

1.

Replace with 3/4 in. garden hose.

pressure

 

small

 

 

 

. Water supply is restricted

. Check garden hose for kinks, leaks,

 

 

 

 

and blockages.

 

3.

Not enough inlet water

3.

Open water source full force.

 

4.

Wrong nozzle is attached

4.

Attach high pressure nozzle.

 

5.

Not enough power

5.

Increase throttle.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents RD80763/RD80964 OPERATOR’S ManualIntroduction Table of ContentsRead ALL Instructions Important Safety InstructionsSpecific Safety Rules Symbol Name DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION SymbolsSymbol Signal Meaning ServiceProduct Specifications FeaturesMax. rating determined by Pwma Standard RecoilAssembly Handle Torx Screw Rear panel Attaching the rear panelAxle Washer wheel hitch pinSupport Foot Attaching the wheel assemblyAttaching the trigger handle rest Raising and Lowering the handleAssembling the trigger handle Connecting high pressure hose toAttaching the auxiliary handle Trigger HandleAdding gasoline to the Fuel tank Adding oil to the engineFunnel OIL CAP /  Dipstick FunnelConnecting the high pressure hose to the pump Connecting the garden hose to the pressure washerOperation To connect the garden hose to the machineApplications Engine SwitchStarting and stopping the pressure washer See Figures 14Using the Nozzles Using the spray wand triggerOperation SeeSee Figures 20 Washing with detergentMoving the pressure washer Rinsing with the pressure washerGeneral Maintenance MaintenanceCleaning the air filter AIR Filter CoverNozzle maintenance Changing the OILChecking a fouled spark plug Pump maintenance Storing the pressure washerPreparing for use after storage Problem Cause Solution TroubleshootingPage Federal Emissions Component Defect Warranty WarrantyGeneral Emissions Warranty Coverage High Altitude Engine Operation Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty from Subaru Robin Limited 3 Year Engine Warranty for Ridgid Pressure WasherWarranty Periods Rely on Subaru Robin ReliabilityWhat is Covered Under the 3 Year Limited Warranty Ridgid Pressure Washer 3 Year Limited WarrantyWhat is not Covered HOW to Obtain ServiceCustomer Service Information RD80763 / RD80964Model No RD80763 / RD80964 Serial No