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DIFFICULT STARTING (or starting a
flooded engine)
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Move the choke lever to OFF CHOKE.
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Move throttle lever to the
position.
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Pull rope to clear engine of excess fuel.
This could require pulling the starter rope
many times. If unit still doesn’t start, call
1-800-554-6723
.
SERVICE
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized service dealer.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps.
Carburetor adjustment is a complicated task.
We recommend that you take your unit to an
authorized service dealer. Damage may occur if
you turn the needles beyond the limiter stops.
IGNITION TIMING
Ignition timing is fixed, non-adjustable.
SPARK PLUG
Replace the spark plug yearly using a Cham-
pion RCJ--6Y plug. Spark plug gap is 0.025”.
CHECK MUFFLER BOLTS
WARNING:
Avoid touching muffler
unless engine is cold. A hot muffler can cause
serious burns.
Once each year, ensure muffler bolts are se-
cure and tightened properly to prevent dam-
age. Remove muffler cover and tighten the
two muffler bolts (100 in/lbs).
Replace muffler cover when finished.
TROUBLE
CAUSE
REMEDY
Engine will not
start.
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Engine flooded.
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Fuel tank empty.
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Spark plug not firing.
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Fuel not reaching carburetor.
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Compression low.
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See “Starting Instructions.”
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Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
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Install new spark plug.
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Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
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Contact authorized service dealer.
Engine will not
idle properly.
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Carburetor requires adjustment.
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Crankshaft seals worn.
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Compression low.
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See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
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Contact authorized service dealer.
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Contact authorized service dealer.
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Air filter dirty.
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Spark plug fouled.
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Carburetor requires adjustment.
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Carbon build up.
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Compression low.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power, or
dies under a
load.
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Clean or replace air filter.
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Clean or replace spark plug; re-gap.
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See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
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Contact authorized service dealer.
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Contact authorized service dealer.
Engine
smokes
excessively.
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Choke partially on.
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Fuel mixture incorrect.
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Air filter dirty.
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Carburetor requires adjustment.
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Adjust choke.
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Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
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Clean or replace air filter.
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See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
Engine
runs hot.
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Fuel mixture incorrect.
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Spark plug incorrect.
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Carburetor requires adjustment.
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Carbon build up.
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See “Fueling Your Unit.”
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Replace with correct spark plug.
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See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
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Contact authorized service dealer.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
WARNING:
Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing any of the
recommended remedies below other than remedies that require operation of the unit.
