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Trouble
Shooting
Problem
Engine fails to start
Cause
Remedy
1. Spark plug wire disconnected.
1. Connect wire to spark plug.
2.
3.
Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
3. Move throttle lever to start position.
Throttle control lever not in correct
starting position (if equipped)
4.
5.
6.
7.
Move lever to ON position.
Clean fuel line.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Choke not in ON position.
Blocked fuel line.
Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
Waitnot primea few(ifminutesequipped)to restart, but do
Faulty spark plug.
Engine flooding.
Engine runs erratic
1. Spark plug wire loose.
1. Connectplug wire.and tighten spark
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Unit running on CHOKE.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Vent plugged.
2.
3.
Move choke lever to OFF.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean,
fresh gasoline.
Water or dirt in fuel system.
Dirty air cleaner.
4.
5.
Clear vent.
For repairs beyond
the minor adjust-
ments listed here,
contact an authorized
service dealer.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with
Carburetor out of adjustment.
fresh fuel.
6.
7.
Clean following engine manual.
Refer to engine manual.
Engine overheats
1. Engine oil level low.
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Clean air cleaner.
3. Remove blower housing and clean.
4. Refer to engine manual.
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3. Air flow restricted.
4. Carburetor not adjusted properly.
. Dirty air filter.
Tines do no engage
1. Foreign object lodged in tines.
1. Stop tiller completely, check and
discard foreign object.
2.
3.
4.
Tine clevis pin(s) missing.
2.
3.
Replace tine clevis pin(s).
Replace belt.
Belt worn and/or stretched.
Pulleyment. and idler not in correct adjust-
4. Take unit to authorized service
NOTE: Specifications are
subject to change without
notification or obligation.
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