Multiquip CD605E16 (5 HP Electric Motor) Symptom Possible Cause Solution, With correct type fuel

STOW CUTTER 1 SAW — TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE)

TABLE 6. TROUBLESHOOTING (ENGINE, CONTINUED)

SYMPTOM	POSSIBLE CAUSE	SOLUTION
	Air cleaner not clean?	Clean or replace air cleaner.
		Check float adjustment.
"Weak in power" compression is proper	Improper fuel level in carburetor?
		Rebuild carburetor.
and does not misfire.
	Defective spark plug?	Clean or replace spark plug.
	Improper spark plug gap?	Set to proper gap.
	Water in fuel system?	Flush fuel system and replace
		with correct type fuel.
"Weak in power" compression is proper
	Ignition coil defective?	Replace ignition coil.
but misfires.
	Dirty spark plug?	Clean or replace spark plug.
	Wrong fuel type?	Flush fuel system, and replace
		with correct type of fuel.
Engine overheats.	Spark plug heat value improper?	Replace with correct type of
		spark plug.
	Cooling fins dirty?	Clean cooling fins.
	Governor adjusted correctly?	Adjust governor.
Rotational speed fluctuates.	Governor spring defective or missing?	Replace governor spring.
	Fuel flow restricted?	Check entire fuel system for
		leaks or clogs.
	Recoil mechanism clogged with dust and	Clean recoil assembly with soap
Recoil starter malfunction.	dirt?	and water.
	Spiral spring loose?	Replace spiral spring.

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