Honda OHC GCV 160 PW ~ Engine quits when water is turned on?

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I have an almost brand new Honda OHC GCV 160 Pressure Washer that starts up and runs just fine until I turn the water on. When I turn the water on the engine dies. I can press the trigger on the PW handle and crank it just fine and it has good pressure and the engine runs smooth but when I release the trigger on the PW handle the engine dies?

I have looked everywhere for this problem and cannot find it posted anywhere so it may be something out of the ordinary.

Thanks in advance for any advice.
Warren C.

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sounds like you have the unloader turned up to high and the engine is stalling, Turn down the unloader half a turn by half a turn and see if that helps.

Thanks
Troy Hillard
Wash Rite NZ
www.washrite.co.nz

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Thank you very much Mr. Hilliard.
I watched several video’s on the “uploader” and the video’s hit my nail on the head.
I’ll certainly take your advice and try your technique.

Hope you and your family had a safe and Happy 4th of July!

Thanks again Mr. Hilliard,
'preciate it!
Warren C.

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Never start your engine until AFTER you turn the water on