Bolens 241 warranty Trouble Shooting, Problem Cause Remedy

Problem		Cause		Remedy
Engine fails to start	1.	Spark plug wire disconnected.	1.	Connect wire to spark plug.
	2.	Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.	2.	Fill tank with clean, fresh
				gasoline.
	3.	Throttle control lever not in	3.	Move throttle lever to start
		correct starting position (if		position.
		equipped)
	4.	Choke not in ON position.	4.	Move lever to ON position.
	5.	Blocked fuel line.	5.	Clean fuel line.
	6.	Faulty spark plug.	6.	Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
	7.	Engine flooding.	7.	Refer to engine manual.
Engine runs erratic	1.	Spark plug wire loose.	1.	Connect and tighten spark
				plug wire.
	2.	Unit running on CHOKE.	2.	Move choke lever to OFF.
	3.	Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.	3.	Clean fuel line; fill tank with
				clean, fresh gasoline.
	4.	Vent plugged.	4.	Clear vent.
	5.	Water or dirt in fuel system.	5.	Drain fuel tank. Refill with
				fresh fuel.
	6.	Dirty air cleaner.	6.	Clean following engine
Engine overheats	1.	Engine oil level low.	1.	Fill crankcase with proper oil.
	2.	Dirty air filter.	2.	Refer to engine manual.
	3.	Air flow restricted.	3.	Refer to engine manual.
Tines do no engage	1.	Foreign object lodged in tines.	1.	Stop tiller completely, check
				and discard foreign object.
	2.	Tine clevis pin(s) missing.	2.	Replace tine clevis pin(s).
	3.	Belt worn and/or stretched.	3.	Replace belt.
	4.	Pulley and idler not in correct	4.	Take unit to authorized
		adjustment.

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Trouble

Shooting

For repairs beyond the minor adjust- ments listed here, contact an authorized service dealer.

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