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Default Stihl Power Washer problem

Help!!
I have a problem with my RE108 pressure washer. On initial use, it
will work as expected. When the trigger is released the motor switches
off as expected. When trigger is pulled again water will come out of
the lance at mains pressure but motor will not restart.

The unit has been at the local dealers for over a week and they cannot
replicate the problem. They suggested that the 'waterstop' connector
I used may be at fault. I have now tried with different straight
through connectors and, indeed, different shorter hose on the mains
supply. The problem still persists although I have found that by
nearly closing the tap to which the (various) hoses are connected will
allow the motor to restart when the trigger is pulled but then after a
few seconds the flow is clearly restricted that the washer seems to
be 'hunting' for more water.
It seems to me that the pressure (or is it flow) switch is rather too
sensitive. I believe this is adjustable but do not know where to
start!
Incoming filter is clean - and has been all along.

Our mains water is supplied through a relatively new but longish
service pipe (about 300 m) which we installed a couple of years ago to
help improve flow rates. The local pressure, prior to installation,
was approx 7bar according to water supply company and the flow was
considered 'acceptable'. The flow has been increased significantly
since we installed the new non-shared service pipe. Hence, I have no
real concerns about the mains supply being in any way unusual.

Any ideas on next course of action?
TIA
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Ian