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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Engine will not turn over
Battery is dead
Recharge battery or replace
if necessary
Loose wire or bad connection Check wires and connections
Bad electrical component Replace bad component
Fuel system problem
Refer to engine owner’s manual
and read IMPORTANT below
Engine turns over, but will not start
Propane tank shut off valve in
off position
Open propane tank shut off
valve completely
Low oil Add oil
Fuel system problem
Refer to engine owner’s manual
and read IMPORTANT below
Propane tank empty Fill propane tank
Engine problem
Refer to engine owner’s manual
and read IMPORTANT below
Hard to start
Throttle lever in slow position Push throttle lever to fast position
Propane tank shut off valve not
fully open
Open propane tank shut off
valve completely
Some type of engine problem
Refer to engine owner’s manual
and read IMPORTANT below
Engine stops suddenly and will
not restart
Out of propane
Replace propane tank with
full propane tank
Low oil Add oil
Engine overheats
Intake air filter is dirty Remove air intake filter and clean
Incorrect oil level
Add or remove oil to achieve
proper oil level
Lacks power Some type of engine problem
Refer to engine owner’s manual
and read IMPORTANT below
Engine stops and will restart, but
stops again
Emission shut-down
system engaged
Refer to engine owner’s manual
and read IMPORTANT below
Nothing here fixes the problem Problem could have several causes Read IMPORTANT below
Excessive vibration
Loose bolts on engine or deck Inspect and tighten all bolts
Improperly installed tools
With help, check and reinstall
tools if needed.
Incorrect oil level
Add or remove oil to achieve
proper oil level
Engine overloaded
See engine owner’s manual
for servicing
Some type of engine problem
Refer to engine owner’s manual
and read IMPORTANT below
IMPORTANT: Propane fueled combustion engines produce dangerous gases and must be serviced by authorized
service personnel trained specifically to service propane fueled engines and fuel systems. The troubleshooting
tips are not intended to take the place of authorized service personnel. If you are unsure of what to do contact an
authorized service personnel. Before working on this machine you must be familiar with the safety instructions in
this manual.
KAWASAKI ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
MAINTENANCE
INTERVAL
Daily First 8 hrs. Every 25 hrs. Every 50 hrs. Every 100 hrs. Every 200 hrs. Every 300 hrs.
Lubricate Pillow Block Bearings
Check and add engine oil
Check for loose or lost nuts
and screws
Check for fuel and oil leakage
Check or clean air intake screen
Clean air cleaner foam element
Clean air cleaner paper element
Clean dust and dirt from cylinder
and cylinder head fins
Tighten nuts and screws
Change engine oil
Clean and gap spark plugs
Change oil filter
Replace air cleaner paper element
Clean combustion chambers
Clean and adjust valve clearance
Clean and lap valve seating surface
*
* After the 1st 50 hours
IMPORTANT NOTES:
1. Before performing any maintenance, turn off the engine and disconnect the fuel tank and battery.
2. Change engine oil and oil filter (Part Number: E88475 ) after first 8 hours of operation.
3. Maintenance should be done by qualified personnel only.
4. Change foam and paper air intake filters (Part Number: E88478 & E88325 ) after first 25 hours of operation.
5. Replace spark plugs (Part Number: E88326 ) after first 25 hours of operation.