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TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not
start or will run
only a few
seconds after
starting.
1.ON/OFF switch in OFF
position.
2. Engine flooded.
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
6.Compression low.
1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON
position.
2. See “Difficult Starting” in
Operation Section.
2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
3. Install new spark p lug.
4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
5. Contact an authorized service deal er.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
1. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
2. Crankshaft seals worn.
3. Compression low.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service deal er.
3. Contact an authorized service deal er.
1. Air filter dirty.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build up.
5. Compression low.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or replace plug
and regap.
3. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
4. Contact an authorized service deal er.
5. Contact an authorized service deal er.
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. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
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 plug.
3. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
4. Contact an authorized service deal er.
WARNING:
Always stop unitand disconnect spark plug before performing all ofthe
recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
Blade turns at
idle speed.
1. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
2. Throttle cable binding.
3. Clutch requires repair.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Replace or repair throttle cable.
3. Contact an authorized service deal er.
Blade stops un-
der a load or
does not turn
when engine is
accelerated.
1. Blade not engaged.
2. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
3. Clutch requires repair.
1. Check gearbox.
2. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
3. Contact an authorized service deal er.