15
Spark
Plug
Cylinder
Cover
STORAGE
WARNING:Stop engine and allow to
cool, and secure the unit before storing or
transporting in a vehicle. Store unit and fuel
in an area where fuel vapors cannot reac h
sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switc hes, furnaces, etc.
Storeunit withall guards in place. Positi on so
that any sharp object cannot accidentally
cause injury to passersby. Store the unit out
of reach of children.
SBefore storing, drain all fuel from the unit.
Start engine and allow to run until it stops.
SClean the unit before storing. Pay particu-
larat tention to the air i ntake area, keeping
it free of debris. Use a mild detergent and
sponge to clean the plastic surfac es.
SDonot store the unit orfuel in a closed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
openflame from hot wat er heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
SStore in a dry area out of reach of children.
CAUTION: It is important to prevent gum
deposits from forming in essent ial fuel sys-
tem parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter,
fuel hose, or fuel tank during storage. Alco-
hol blended fuels (called gasohol or using
ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture
which leads to fuel mixture separation and
formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas
can damage the engine.
NEED ASSISTANCE?NEED ASSISTANCE?
Call 1--800--554--6723.
NEED A SERVICE PART?
Contact your dealer.
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not
start or will run
only a few
seconds after
starting.
SIgnition switch off.
SEngine flooded.
SFuel tank empty.
SSpark plug not firing.
SFuel not reaching
carburetor..
SMove ignition switch to ON.
SSee “Difficult Starting” in
Operation Section.
SFill tank with correct fuel mixture.
SInstall new spark plug.
SCheck for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
SCarburetor requires
adjustment.
SCrankshaft seals worn.
SContact an authorized service deal er.
SContact an authorized service deal er.
SAir filter dirty.
SSpark plug fouled.
SCarburetor requires
adjustment.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
SClean or replace air filter.
SClean or replace plug
and regap.
SContact an authorized service deal er.
.
Engine
smokes
excessively.
SToomuchoilmixedwith
gasoline..
SEmpty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture..
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of
therecom mended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.