Briggs & Stratton BRUTE 2500 PSI - Manual (Page 24)

Troubleshooting
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Problem Cause Correction
Pump has following problems: failure
to produce pressure, erratic pressure,
chattering, loss of pressure, low water
volume.
1. Nozzle in low pressure mode.
2. Water inlet is blocked.
3. Inadequate water supply.
4. Garden hose is kinked or leaking.
5. Clogged inlet hose screen.
6. Water supply is over 100°F (38°C).
7. High pressure hose is blocked or
leaks.
8. Gun leaks.
9. Orifice is obstructed.
10. Pump is faulty.
1. Pull nozzle backward for high
pressure mode.
2. Clear inlet.
3. Provide adequate water flow.
4. Straighten garden hose, patch leak.
5. Check and clean inlet hose screen.
6. Provide cooler water supply.
7. Clear blocks in high pressure hose
or replace.
8. Replace gun.
9. Clean orifice.
10. Contact local service facility.
Detergent fails to mix with spray.
1. Detergent shut-off valve is in the
“Off” position.
2. Nozzle is in high pressure mode.
1. Turn detergent shut-off valve to
“On” position.
2. Push nozzle forward for low
pressure mode.
Engine runs good at no-load but "bogs"
when load is added.
Engine speed is too slow. Move throttle control to FAST position. If
engine still "bogs down", contact local
service facility.
Engine will not start; or starts and runs
rough.
1. Low oil level.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
3. Out of fuel.
4. Stale fuel.
5. Spark plug wire not connected to
spark plug.
6. Bad spark plug.
7. Water in fuel.
8. Excessively rich fuel mixture.
1. Fill crankcase to proper level.
2. Clean or replace air cleaner.
3. Fill fuel tank.
4. Drain fuel tank; fill with fresh fuel.
5. Connect wire to spark plug.
6. Replace spark plug.
7. Drain fuel tank; fill with fresh fuel.
8. Contact local service facility.
Engine shuts down during operation.
Out of fuel. Fill fuel tank.
Engine lacks power. Dirty air filter. Replace air filter.