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Engine fails to start | 1. | Spark plug wire disconnected. | 1. | Connect wire to spark plug. |
| 2. | Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. | 2. | Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. |
| 3. | Choke, if equipped, not in CHOKE position. | 3. | Move choke to CHOKE position. |
| 4. | Faulty spark plug. | 4. | Clean, adjust gap, or replace. |
| 5. | Blocked fuel line. | 5. | Clean fuel line. |
| 6. | Engine not primed properly (If equipped). | 6. | Prime engine. |
| 7. | Throttle control lever not in correct starting | 7. | Move throttle lever to FAST position. |
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Engine running erratically/ | 1. | Log Splitter running with CHOKE applied (if | 1. | Move choke lever to RUN position. |
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or surging) | 2. | Spark plug wire loose. | 2. | Connect and tighten spark plug wire. |
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| 3. | Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. | 3. | Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh (less |
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| 4. | Water or dirt in fuel system. | 4. | Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel. |
| 5. | Dirty air cleaner. | 5. | Clean or replace air cleaner. |
| 6. | Carburetor not adjusted properly. | 6. | See authorized service dealer. |
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Engine Overheats | 1. | Engine oil level low. | 1. | Fill crankcase with proper oil. |
| 2. | Dirty air cleaner. | 2. | Clean or replace air cleaner. |
| 3. | Carburetor not adjusted properly. | 3. | See authorized service dealer. |
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Cylinder rod will not move | 1. | Broken drive shaft. | 1. | See authorized service dealer. |
| 2. | Set screws in coupling not adjusted properly. | 2. | See authorized service dealer. |
| 3. | Loose shaft coupling. | 3. | Correct engine/pump alignment as |
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| 4. | Gear sections damaged. | 4. | See authorized service dealer. |
| 5. | Damaged relief valve. | 5. | See authorized service dealer. |
| 6. | Hydraulic lines blocked. | 6. | Flush and clean hydraulic system. |
| 7. | Incorrect oil level. | 7. | Check oil level. |
| 8. | Damaged directional valve. | 8. | See authorized service dealer. |
| 9. | Blocked directional valve. | 9. | Flush and clean hydraulic system. |
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