Powerhorse M1175B, Owner'S Manual

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Troubleshooting
Trouble Cause Remedy
Engine will not start using
recoil starter.
1. Is the engine switch in
the “ON” position?
2. Is the fuel valve “ON”?
3. Is there fuel in the fuel
tank?
4. Is gasoline reaching
the carburetor?
5. Is there spark at the
plug?
1. See “Starting Engine”
Section.
2. See “Starting Engine”
Section.
3. See “Pre-Operating
Instructions.”
4. To check, loosen the drain
screw with the fuel valve on.
See “Storage” Section for
instructions.
5. Remove the spark plug cap,
clean, then remove spark
plug. Install plug in cap, turn
engine switch to “ON”
position. Ground the side
electrode to any engine
ground, and pull the recoil
starter to see if sparks jump
across the gap. If nto spark,
replace plug. If OK, reinstall
spark plug and try to start
engine again.
Engine will not start using
electric starter. 1. Are the battery cables
securely connected
and free of corrosion?
2. Is the battery fully
charged?
1. See “Battery Connection”
Section.
2. Charge battery.
Engine shut down while
running. 1. Engine out of fuel?
2. Is the carburetor
clogged?
3. Is the spark plug bad?
1. Refuel.
2. See “Maintenance” Section.
3. See “Maintenance” Section.
Abnormal Noise or Pinging 1. Does the fuel have an
octane rating of 87 or
higher?
1. Change brands of fuel.