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Fuel stabilizer i s an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gu m deposits
during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel
tank or fuel s torage container. Follow t he mix
instructions found on stabilizer container . Run
engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer .
HELPFUL TIP
During storageof your gas /
oilmixture, t heoilwillsepa-
rate from the gas.
We recommend that you
shake the gas can weekly
toinsureproper blendingof
the gas and oil.
ENGINE
S Removespark plugand pour1teaspoonof
40:1,2-cycleengine oil(air cooled)through
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
S Replacespark plugwith newoneofrecom-
mended type and heat range.
S Clean air filter.
S Check entir e unit for loos e screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
S At the beginning of the next s eason, use
only fr eshfuelhavingthepropergasolineto
oil ratio.
OTHER
S Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
S Replaceyour gasolinecan if itstarts torust.
TROUBLE
CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not
start.
1. Engine flooded.
2. Fuel tank empty.
3. Spark p lug not firing.
4. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
5. Compression low .
1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine”
in Operation section.
2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
3. Install new spark plug.
4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
5. C ontact an authorized service dealer .
Engine will not
idle properly.
1. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
2. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
3. Crankshaft seals worn.
4. Compression low .
1. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
2. C ontact an authorized service dealer .
3. C ontact an authorized service dealer
4. C ontact an authorized service dealer .
1. Air filter dirty.
2. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
3. Spark plug fouled.
4. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
5. Carbon build up.
6. Compression low .
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power, or
dies under a
load.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
3. Clean or replace spark plug
and re-gap.
4. C ontact an authorized service dealer .
5. C ontact an authorized service dealer .
6. C ontact an authorized service dealer .
Engine smokes
excessively.
1. Choke partially on.
2. Fuel mixture incorrect.
3. Air filter dirty.
4. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
1. Adjust choke.
2. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
3. Clean or replace air filter.
4. C ontact an authorized service dealer .
Engine runs hot.
1. Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Spark plug incorrect.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build up.
1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation
section.
2. Replace with correct spark plug.
3. C ontact an authorized service dealer .
4. C ontact an authorized service dealer .
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING: A lways stop u nit anddisconnect spark plug before performing any ofthe
recommended remedies below other than remedies that require operation of the unit.