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TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING
Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent
unintended starting. Before performing any type of maintenance/service,
disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts have
come to a complete stop. Always wear safety glasses during operation or while
performing any adjustments or repairs.
This section addresses minor service issues. To refer to your engine manual to locate your nearest Briggs and Stratton service dealer.
Problem
Cause
Remedy
Engine Fails to start
1. Blade control disengaged.
2. Spark plug boot disconnected.
3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
4. Faulty spark plug.
5. Engine flooded.
6. Blocked fuel line.
1. Engage blade control.
2. Connect wire to spark boot.
3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
4. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
5. Wait a few minutes to restart.
6. Contact your service dealer to clean the fuel line cleaned.
Engine runs erratic
1. Spark plug boot loose.
2. Stale fuel.
3. Vent in gas cap plugged.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system.
5. Dirty air cleaner.
6. Blocked fuel line.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug boot.
2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
3. Clear vent.
4. Run engine until it stops from lack of fuel. Refill with fresh fuel.
5. Refer to Air Cleaner in Engine Maintenance section.
6. Contact your service dealer to clean the fuel line cleaned.
Engine overheats
1. Engine oil level low.
2. Air flow restricted.
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Clean area around and on top of engine.
Occasional skips (hesitates) 1. Spark plug gap too close.
1. Adjust gap by a qualified specialist.
Idles poorly
1. Spark plug fouled, faulty, or gap too wide.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
1. Reset gap or replace spark plug.
2. Refer to Air Cleaner in Engine Maintenance section.
Excessive vibration
1. Cutting blade loose or unbalanced.
2. Bent cutting blade.
1. Tighten blade and adapter. Balance blade.
2. Replace blade.
