troubleshooting (ENGINE)
Table 6. Engine Troubleshooting (Continued)
Symptom | Possible Cause | Solution | |
Weak in power. | Water in fuel system? | Flush fuel system and replace with correct | |
type of fuel. | |||
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Compression is proper |
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Dirty spark plug? | Clean or replace spark plug | ||
but misfires. | |||
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Ignition coil defective? | Replace ignition coil. | ||
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| Spark plug heat value improper? | Replace with correct type of spark plug. | |
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Engine overheats. | Incorrect type of fuel? | Replace with correct type of fuel. | |
| Cooling fins dirty? | Clean cooling fins. | |
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Rotational speed | Governor adjusted correctly? | Adjust governor | |
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Governor spring defective? | Replace governor spring. | ||
fluctuates. | |||
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Fuel flow restricted? | Check entire fuel system for leaks or clogs. | ||
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Recoil starter | Recoil mechanism clogged with dust and | Clean recoil assembly with soap and water. | |
dirt? | |||
malfunction. |
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Spiral spring loose? | Replace spiral spring. | ||
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