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TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine Stops or Loses Power
Engine Overheating
Possible Cause
Solution
Out of fuel
Refuel, cycle key to ON position three
times for 5 seconds each, then start
Kinked or plugged fuel vent line
Inspect and replace
Overuse of choke
Inspect, clean and/or replace spark plugs
Water is present in fuel
Replace with new fuel
Fouled or defective spark plug(s)
Inspect, clean and/or replace spark
plug(s)
Worn or defective spark plug wires
See your dealer
Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range
Set gap to specs or replace plug
Loose ignition connections
Check all connections and tighten
Low battery voltage
Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC
Incorrect fuel
Replace with fresh recommended fuel
Clogged air filter
Inspect and clean or replace
Reverse speed limiter malfunction
See your dealer
Throttle release switch malfunction
See your dealer
Other mechanical failure
See your dealer
Overheated engine
Clean radiator screen and core, clean
engine exterior, see your dealer
Possible Cause
Solution
Debris lodged in screen
Remove and clean the screen. Pull on the
top portion of the screen, then remove the
lower portion.
Plugged Radiator
Use a garden hose to flush any debris
from the radiator fins. NOTE: High pres-
sure washers can deform the radiator fins
and reduce cooling efficiency.