Problem
Possible Causes
Possible Solutions
Engine will
not start.
(cont).
Loose or broken spark plug.
(Hissing noise will occur when trying
to start.)
Tighten spark plug. If that does not
work, replace spark plug.
If problem persists, may have head
gasket problem.
Loose cylinder head or damaged
head gasket. (Hissing noise will
occur when trying to start.)
Tighten head.
If that does not remedy problem,
replace head gasket
Engine valves or tappets mis-
adjusted or stuck.
Call customer service at:
1-855-888-3598.
Low engine oil.
Fill engine oil to proper level.
Product on slope or unleveled
surface, triggering low oil shutdown.
Move product to level surface.
Engine
“hunts” or
falters
Carburetor is running too rich or too
lean.
Call customer service at:
1-855-888-3598.
Engine
lacks
power
Cylinder compression is low.
Dirty air filter.
Clogged or dirty fuel filter.
Call customer service at:
Clean or replace fuel filter.
1-855-888-3598.
Engine
misfires
Spark plug cap loose.
Check all wire connections.
Clean or replace fuel filter.
Incorrect or defective spark plug.
Re-gap or replace spark plug.
Defective spark plug cap.
Replace spark plug cap.
Old or low quality gasoline.
Use only fresh 87+ octane stabilizer-
treated unleaded gasoline. Do not
use gasoline with more than
10% ethanol (E15, E20, E85, etc.).
Incorrect compression.
Call customer service at:
1-855-888-3598.
Engine
suddenly
stops
Fuel tank empty or full of impure or
low quality gasoline.
Fill fuel tank with fresh 87+ octane
stabilizer-treated unleaded gasoline.
Do not use gasoline with more than
10% ethanol (E15, E20, E85, etc.).
Low oil shutdown.
Fill engine oil to proper level.
FOR TECHNICAL QUESTIONS, PLEASE CALL 1-855-888-3598
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