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Trouble- shooting
For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed here, contact an autho- rized service dealer.
Troubleshooting
For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed here, contact an authorized service dealer.
Problem |
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Engine fails to start | 1. | Engine flooded from excessive | 1. | Wait at least ten minutes before |
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| priming |
| starting |
| 2. | Spark plug wire disconnected | 2. | Connect wire to spark plug |
| 3. | Fuel tank empty or stale fuel | 3. | Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline |
| 4. | Engine not choked | 4. | Choke engine |
| 5. | Faulty spark plug | 5. | Clean, adjust gap, or replace |
| 6. | Engine not primed | 6. | Prime engine |
| 7. | Ignition key installed improperly | 7. | Insert ignition key all the way |
| 8. | Throttle in stop position | 8. | Move throttle to FAST/RUN position |
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Engine runs erratically | 1. | Spark plug wire loose | 1. | Connect and tighten spark plug wire |
| 2. | Spark plug scorched, defective, or | 2. | |
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| electrode gap set incorrectly |
| spark plug |
| 3. | Stale fuel | 3. | Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline |
| 4. | Unit running with choke on | 4. | Move choke to off |
| 5. | Water or dirt in fuel system | 5. | Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel. |
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Engine overheats | 1. | Engine oil level low | 1. | Fill engine with proper amount of |
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