15
socket wrench. Spark plug gap should
be 0.025 inches.
6. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
7. Reinstall the cylinder cover and 3screws.
Tighten securely.
Screws
Spark
Plug Boot
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 with all guards in pl ace. Position 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 theunit.
Start engine and allow to run until itstops.
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 or fuel 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 the reach of chil-
dren.
CAUTION: It is important to prevent gum
deposits from forming in essential fuel system
parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel
hose, or fuel tank during storage. Alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol orusi ngethanol
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 SERVICE PART?
Conact your authorized service dealer .
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not
start or will run
only a few
seconds after
starting.
1. Ignition switch off.
2. Engine flooded.
3. Fuel tank empty.
3. Spark plug not firing.
4. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
1. Move ignition switch to ON.
2. See “Difficult Starting” in
Operation Section.
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
4. Install new spark plug.
5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
1. Carburetor requires
adjustment
2. Crankshaft seals worn.
1. Contact an authorized serv ice dealer.
2. Contact an authorized serv ice dealer.
1. Air filter dirty.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Chain brake engaged.
4. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
1. Clean or replace air filter .
2. Clean or replace plug and regap.
3. Disengage chain brake.
4. Contact an authorized serv ice dealer.
Engine
smokes
excessively.
1. Toomuch oil mixedwith
gasoline.
1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug beforeperforming allof
therecom mended remedies below except remedies that require operation ofthe unit.