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TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Engine will not
start

1.ON/OFF switch in
OFF position.

2. Engine flooded.

3. Fuel tank empty.

4. Spark plug not firing.

5. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.

6. Carburetor requires
adjustment.

1. Move ON/OFF switch to the ON
position.
2. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” 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.
6. Contact an authorized service dealer.

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

Engine will
not idle
properly.

1. Carburetor requires
adjustment.

2. Crankshaft seals worn.

3. Compression low.

1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.

1. Air filter dirty.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on
muffler outlet screen.
5. Compression low.

1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or replace plug
and regap.
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Engine
smokes
excessively.

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1. Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Air filter dirty.
3. Carburetor requires

1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
2. Clean or replace air filter.
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.

Engine runs
hot.

1. Fuel mixture incorrect.
2. Spark plug incorrect.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
4. Carbon build-up on
muffler outlet screen.

1. See “Fueling Engine” in Operation
section.
2. Replace with correct spark plug.
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.