Superb power washer The Karcher G2301LT was my first purchase on Amazon.com. The machine arrived on time and was easy to assemble. It started on the very first pull and performed exceptionally well (and I'm not too mechanically inclined). It's been an ideal tool used for cleaning around our newly constructed home and for washing vehicles, with what seems to be just the right amount of water pressure to get the job done without damaging any surfaces.
Karcher Gas Pressure Washer G230 Order was deliverd early and in excelent condition. I have used it on several occasions and am very pleased with the unit.
Been okay so far. I bought mine in July 2003 at Menards. I see you can still buy this model. I thought Karcher replaced it with a model with pneumatic tires. Been okay so far. You should shut the motor off if you're not spraying for more than a minute or so, even though Karcher says it has thermal protection for up to five minutes of unuse. A Karcher dealer told me I should put a water filter on it. I bungee corded a Culligan filter to it. I had to plumb the filter. I like quick-attach hose couplings for ease of use. I put... more info
How to start the Tecumseh easier I read some of the reviews about hard starting, and mine experienced the same thing. Here's what I found that works:
Pump the primer bulb 5-6 times if it hasn't been run in a while. Set the throttle on high, and give the starter a pull. It will typically start right up on the first or second pull, but then die like others mentioned. The trick is to press the primer bulb again when it sputters to keep it running. It might take 2-3 presses on the primer bulb over the first 30 seconds of running, but... more info