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TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting (Engine) - continued
Symptom
Possible Problem
Solution
Weak in power, compression is proper and
does not misfi re.
Air cleaner dirty?
Clean or replace air cleaner.
Improper level in carburetor?
Check fl oat adjustment, rebuild carburetor.
Defective spark plug?
Clean or replace spark plug.
Improper spark plug?
Set to proper gap.
Weak in power, compression is proper but
misfi res.
Water in fuel system?
Flush fuel system and replace with correct
type of fuel.
Dirty spark plug?
Clean or replace spark plug.
Ignition coil defective?
Replace ignition coil.
Engine overheats.
Spark plug heat value incorrect?
Replace with correct type of spark plug.
Wrong type of fuel?
Replace with correct type of fuel.
Cooling fi ns dirty?
Clean cooling fi ns.
Intake air restricted?
Clear intake of dirt and debris. Replace air
cleaner elements as necessary.
Oil level too low or too high?
Adjust oil to proper level.
Rotational speed fl uctuates.
Governor adjusted incorrectly?
Adjust governor.
Governor spring defective?
Replace governor spring.
Fuel fl ow restricted?
Check entire fuel system for leaks or clogs.
Recoil starter malfunctions.
Recoil mechanism clogged with dust and
dirt?
Clean recoil assembly with soap and water.
Spiral spring loose?
Replace spiral spring.
Burns too much fuel.
Over-accumulation of exhaust products?
Check and clean valves. Check muffl er and
replace if necessary.
Wrong spark plug?
Replace spark plug with manufacturer's
suggested type.
Exhaust color is continuously "white".
Lubricating oil is wrong viscosity?
Replace lubricating oil with correct viscosity.
Worn rings?
Replace rings.
Exhaust color is continuously "black".
Air cleaner clogged?
Clean or replace air cleaner.
Choke valve set to incorrect position?
Adjust choke valve to correct position.
Carburetor defective, seal on carburetor
broken?
Replace carburetor or seal.
Poor carburetor adjustment, engine runs too
rich?
Adjust carburetor.
Will not start, no power with ON/OFF switch
in "ON" position.
ON/OFF switch not activated ON?
Turn on ON/OFF Switch.
ON/OFF switch/wiring defective?
Replace ON/OFF switch. Check wiring.
Centrifugal stop switch not activated ON?
Turn on centrifugal stop switch.
Centrifugal stop switch/wiring defective?
Replace centrifugal stop switch. Check wiring.
Operator Presence Switch not being held
down when starting?
Hold Operator Presence Switch when starting
trowel engine.
Operator Presence Switch held down but no
engine starting.
Reconnect/Tighten Operator Presence Switch
wire connections to centrifugal stop switch
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