SYMPTOM
Engine fails to start
Hard starting or loss of power
overheats
Controls do not engage
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
1.Check fuel tank for gas.2. Spark plug lead wire
disconnected.3. Faulty spark plug.
1.Spark plug wire loose.
2.Dirty air cleaner.
1.Carburetor not adjusted
.properly.
2. Air flow restricted.
oil revel low.
Belts worn and/orstretched.
SOLUTION
1.Fill tank if empty.
2.Connect lead wire.
Spark should jump gap between control electrode and side elec- trode. If spark does not jump, replace the spark plug.
1.Connect and tighten spark plug
wire.2.
Clean air cleaner as described in engine manual.
1. Adjust carburetor. See engine manual.2.
Remove blower housing and clean as described in the engine manual.3.
Fill crank~V!ith the proper oil.
Make control cable adjustment
(see adjustment section) or replace
belts.
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, please contact your local service dealer.
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