Delta Comprehensive Troubleshooting for DT2400CS Pressure Washer

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM	CAUSE	CORRECTION
Engine will not	No fuel.	Add Fuel.
	Pressure builds up after two pulls
start (see Engine		Squeeze gun trigger to relieve
Manual for	on the recoil starter or after initial	pressure.
further engine	use.
troubleshooting)
	Choke lever in the “No Choke”	Move choke to the “Choke”
	position.	position.
	Spark plug wire not attached.	Attach spark plug wire.
	Choke lever in the “Choke”	Move choke to the “No Choke”
	position on a “hot” engine or an	position.
	engine that has been exposed to
	thermal heat for a long period of
	time.
No or low	Wand not in high pressure.	See How to Use Spray Wand
pressure		paragraph in the Operation
(initial use)		Section.
	Low water supply.	Water supply must be at least 5
		GPM @ 20 PSI.
	Leak at high pressure hose fitting.	Tighten fitting. Apply sealant tape
		if necessary.
	Nozzle obstructed.	See Spray Wand paragraph in the
		Maintenance section for the
		correct procedure.
	Water filter screen clogged.	Remove and clean filter.
	Defective E-Z start valve.	Check with Authorized Warranty
		Service Center (AWSC.)
	Air in hose.	Turn off the engine, then the
		water source. Disconnect the
		water source from the pump inlet
		and turn the water source on to
		remove all air from the hose.
		When there is a steady stream of
		water present, turn water source
		off. Re-connect water source to
		pump inlet and turn on water
		source. Squeeze trigger to
		remove remaining air
	Choke lever in the “Choke” position.	Move choke to the “No Choke”
		position.
	Throttle control lever is not in the	Move throttle control lever to the
	“Fast” position.	“Fast” position.
	High pressure hose is too long.	Use high pressure hose under
		100 feet.

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