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Craftsman power washer won't stay running

15 years ago

I borrowed my father's Craftsman Power Washer (model#580.752410). It starts up just fine, I let it run for a minute or so on high. When I hit the trigger to spray, the motor bogs really bad and after 5 secs or so cuts out. Any ideas? I checked the inlet hose and screen and they are not kinked or dirty.

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rustyj14
15 years ago
Sounds like a dirty carburetor!
If you can clean it out, do it. If not mechanically inclined, take it to a repairman.
there are tricks to carb cleaning, although a few squirts of carburetor cleaner in under the air filter might help. I not, then seek professional help!
pdog
Original Author
15 years ago
It is a start. Thanks!

I will try again tomorrow. I have some carb cleaner in the garage.
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dave_mn
15 years ago
If it runs fine on high then its not the carb. Take the hose off and make sure everything is clear. Also adjust the pump unloader and see if that helps.
pdog
Original Author
15 years ago
The inlet screen was clear, that is the first thing I checked. Any advice on how about you adjust the pump unloader? I do not really know much about these things.

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