Delta Comprehensive Troubleshooting for DT2400CS Pressure Washer

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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