Harbor Freight Tools 65322 Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions Engine misfires, Suddenly

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Engine Troubleshooting

Problem

 

Possible Causes

 

Probable Solutions

Engine misfires

1. Spark plug wire loose.

1.

Check wire connections.

 

2.

Incorrect spark plug gap or

2.

Re-gap or replace spark plug.

 

 

damaged spark plug.

 

 

 

3.

Defective spark plug wire.

3.

Replace spark plug wire.

 

4.

Old or low quality gasoline.

4.

Use only fresh 89+ octane

 

 

 

 

unleaded gasoline.

 

5.

Incorrect compression.

5.

Diagnose and repair compression.

 

 

 

 

(Use Engine will not start:

 

 

 

 

Compression Related

 

 

 

 

section.)

Engine stops

1.

Low oil shutdown.

1.

Fill engine oil to proper level.

suddenly

 

 

 

Check engine oil before EVERY

 

 

 

 

use.

 

2.

Fuel tank empty or full of impure or

2.

Fill fuel tank with fresh 89+ octane

 

 

low quality gasoline.

 

unleaded gasoline.

 

3.

Defective fuel tank cap creating

3.

Test/replace fuel tank cap.

 

 

vacuum, preventing proper fuel

 

 

 

 

flow.

4.

Properly adjust idle speed.

 

4.

Improper idle speed.

5.

Have qualified technician diagnose

 

5.

Faulty magneto, incorrect timing, or

 

and service engine.

 

 

clogged carburetor.

 

 

Engine knocks

1.

Old or low quality gasoline.

1.

Fill fuel tank with fresh 89+ octane

 

 

 

 

unleaded gasoline.

 

2.

Engine overloaded.

2.

Do not exceed equipment’s load

 

 

 

 

rating.

 

3.

Incorrect spark timing, deposit

3.

Have qualified technician diagnose

 

 

buildup, worn engine, or other

 

and service engine.

 

 

mechanical problems.

 

 

Engine backfires

1.

Impure or low quality gasoline.

1.

Fill fuel tank with fresh 89+ octane

 

 

 

 

unleaded gasoline.

 

2.

Engine too cold.

2.

Use cold weather fuel and oil

 

 

 

 

additives to prevent backfiring.

 

3.

Choke not open after engine warm.

3.

Move choke to run position after

 

 

 

 

engine warms up.

 

4.

Engine not properly adjusted for

4.

Qualified technician must adjust

 

 

high altitude operation.

 

engine at altitudes greater than

 

 

 

 

5,000 feet above sea level.

 

5.

Intake valve stuck, choke stuck,

5.

Have qualified technician diagnose

 

 

incorrect timing, clogged carburetor,

 

and service engine.

 

 

or overheated engine.

 

 

Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine.

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Contents For technical questions or replacement parts, please call Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight ToolsContents Set up precautions Save This ManualOperating precautions Carbon Monoxide Hazard Using an engine indoorsService precautions If damaged, have the equipmentPump Specifications UnpackingOperating Instructions Set Up InstructionsAssembly Starting the EngineOil type Checking and Filling FuelPump Operation Break-in PeriodEngine Controls and Indicators Pre-Operation Checks Check that all mounting nuts and bolts are tightStopping the Engine Starting the EngineTechnical Specifications Maintenance ProceduresServicing Air Filter Element Maintenance CleaningSpark Plug Maintenance Cleaning, Maintenance, Lubrication Schedule Storage Pump Storage PreparationEngine Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions Engine will notStart Suddenly Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions Engine misfiresEngine stops Engine knocksProblem Possible Causes Probable Solutions Pump Parts ListPump Troubleshooting Part Description ’tyPump Assembly Diagram Crankcase Assembly Diagram Description QtyCrankcase Cover Assembly Diagram QTYCylinder Head and Cover Assembly Diagram Crankshaft, Piston and Connecting Rod Assembly Diagram Camshaft and Rocker Valve Assembly Diagram Carburetor Assembly Diagram Fuel Tank Assembly Diagram Air Cleaner Assembly Diagram Muffler Assembly Diagram Recoil STarter Assembly Diagram REgulator Control Assembly Diagram Flywheel Assembly Diagram Ignition Coil Assembly Diagram Wiring Diagram Limited 1 year / 90 Day Warranty Emission Control System WarrantyLength of Coverage

65322 specifications

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