can't get it to start. switch is on. I've choked it and tried it with the choke off. I don't have a manual throttle. Oil level is where it should be. Put gas in it. I just doesn't want to start. Any suggestions? can't get it to start. switch is on. I've choked it and tried it with the choke off. I don't have a manual throttle. Oil level is where it should be. Put gas in it. I just doesn't... » Read More can't get it to start. switch is on. I've choked it and tried it with the choke off. I don't have a manual throttle. Oil level is where it should be. Put gas in it. I just doesn't want to start. Any suggestions? « Show Less
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I had a similar problem. The solution is to simply squeeze the handle on the wand. This takes the water pressure off of the pump, and the motor can start very easily. Otherwise, the water pressure on the pump is too high for the recoil starter to overcome.
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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.
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Make sure that there is a primer.must hit it about three time with the choke on.hit the trigger on the gun to release the air and then try to start the motor
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I use a stick lighter. Have the lighter lit before you turn on the gas...then slowly turn the regulater knob to let the gas in.
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like they say: ensure the chain brake is off, close to the handle. Ensure the engine cutoff is pulled all the way out. at least 6 prime pushes. choke all the way out, then 6 pulls. then choke halfway or all the way in, and one pull - boom it runs. I just started mine today after 3 years sitting unused. Put in fresh gas and it started right up, which impressed me a lot.
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i warmed up engine installed hose in dip stick tube just started pump it primed it self make sure hose is deep enough to reach oil in pan you might have to twisthose to snake it all the way down hope this helps thin oil from warm up helps
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Make sure your gas tank vent is open.The filter has four connections, make sure you're flowing (in/out) the gas in the right direction to your motor.Try it without the filter element in it.How low is the filter from the motor connection?Is the squeeze ball on backwards? Check arrows on ball.Could it be that the filter is dirty?Mine is working like it should, I'm on the second season with it.Maybe I have a 30gal through put total, not much. It's on a 2006 9.9M 4s.J
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Be sure you're using good fresh 40:1 gas mix. If you aren't sure you can always buy some of the premixed stuff from the big box home improvement store. The other big thing is the choke on this is a bit tricky, make sure you pull it all the way out (the stop lever moves up into the running position when the choke is pulled all the way) then after a few pulls slowly press it back in to half choke, that is about 3/4 of the way back in. I start mine with the chain brake off, not sure if thats proper or not.
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Ned,I'm no mechanic, but I can tell you what happened to mine. Same problem, very hard to start and then to keep running. In a nutshell, I was using regular gasoline which in a few short months caused an air leak by eating into the seal on the carberator plate cover. You might want to check and see if you have any leakage on the bottom of the carb plate. I replaced the gasket and started using Alcohol free gasoline (which the literature says to use) and have had no futher problems. Starts easy, runs great, without the constant priming. BTW - I found that Dealers will not cover any gasoline areas under warranty. Ned,I'm no mechanic, but I can tell you what happened to mine. Same problem, very hard to start and then to keep running. In a nutshell, I was using regular gasoline which in a few short months caused an air leak by eating into the seal on the carberator plate cover. You might want to check and see if you have any leakage on the bottom of the carb plate. I replaced the gasket and started using Alcohol free gasoline (which the literature says to use) and have had no futher problems. Starts easy, runs great, without the constant priming. BTW - I found that Dealers will not cover any... » Read More Ned,I'm no mechanic, but I can tell you what happened to mine. Same problem, very hard to start and then to keep running. In a nutshell, I was using regular gasoline which in a few short months caused an air leak by eating into the seal on the carberator plate cover. You might want to check and see if you have any leakage on the bottom of the carb plate. I replaced the gasket and started using Alcohol free gasoline (which the literature says to use) and have had no futher problems. Starts easy, runs great, without the constant priming. BTW - I found that Dealers will not cover any gasoline areas under warranty. « Show Less
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Do you mean full choke? I seem to run mine almost the same way. When starting I have the lever all the way to the left. (full choke). But when warmed up I move the lever to the right and it does not seem to make any difference as to the smoother operation of the engine.
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Hello. It sounds like you have a drive belt missing or you are in need of a new ignition switch. I hope this helps.
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The interlock button on the start switch must be all the way in and the start lever must be pulled tight to the handle bar. My switch is hard to get on . I think the switch mechanism may need an internal adjustment. Otherwise I love my little electric in light snow. Wish you luck and enjoyment!
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Cut on the "ON" switch. If you tried to crank it with the switch "OFF", its flooded. Remove the sparkplug, replace it after about 15 minutes, then start the cranking procedure again. Be sure the switch is "ON", pump the gas bulb a few times (be sure the bulb is full of gas), pull out the choke, and pull the crank briskly, not too hard.
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There is a setting for auto start. I don't use that option, so can't speak to how well it works. I use the manual start/stop option.
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Sounds like a safety switch. Make sure you follow the proper sequence for starting (brake on, arms out, pressure in seat, etc) and engaging (release brake, move arms in, ect.). Otherwise it could be a faulty switch, out of gas or a low oil sensor.
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Hey Spike, I agree with Thomas W. Mine wouldn't start on the first try either. You have to hold the ignition button down, wait a few seconds, then depress again. It's kind of a pain, but it works. A more annoying issue for me was wanting to use it in my golf cart, but with every tiny bump, the safety feature kicked in and off it went. So, it is safer for home use. For the cart, I bought the Coleman Catalytic Heater with the special holder that fits in the cup holders. It's more quiet too. Stay warm!
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Make sure the choke is not jammed. Try and move it by hand at the motor. I use premium gas also. Good Luck.
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Try moving the choke lever around ours seems to be off( turned to full choke otherwise it doesn't run). Also don't forget to put the oil in the machine , it is in kind of a strange place
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Hi Gene - this was backordered, and I got mine today. There was no damage at all due to shipping. I followed the "first time" instructions (add oil, install air filter, run unloaded i.e. with air tank valve open for 20 minutes) - that all went fine. It is working perfectly so far. Boy - its really strong and well built too. The manual is kind of crappy though - but its not rocket science. Rob