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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Engine fails to start.
No fuel in tank.
Spark plug shorted or fouled.
Spark plug is broken (cracked
porcelain or electrodes broken).
Ignition lead wire shorted, broken, or
disconnected from spark plug.
Ignition inoperative.
Fill tank.
Replace spark plug.
Replace spark plug.
Replace lead wire or attach to spark
plug.
Contact a qualified service center.
Engine hard to start.
Water in gasoline or stale fuel mixture.
Engine is under or over choked.
Weak spark at spark plug.
Drain entire system and refill with fresh
fuel.
Adjust choke as necessary.
Contact a qualified service center.
Engine overheats.
Insufficient lubricant in fuel mixture.
Mix fuel as described in starting
instructions.
If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact customer service or a qualified service center for assistance.
NOTICE:
As the equipment owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in the
Maintenance
section. It is recommended that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your equipment. Neglecting or failing
to perform the required maintenance may increase emissions, decrease fuel efficiency, degrade performance, cause ir-
reversible engine damage and/or void your warranty.
