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Troubleshooting Guide
ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS
Poor
acceleration.
Clogged air cleaner.
Clogged fuel filter.
Carburetor mixture
too lean.
Idle speed set too low.
Clean or replace the air filter
element.
Replace the fuel filter.
Consult with an authorized
servicing dealer.
Adjust: 3000 (
±
250) RPM (min
-1
)
Symptom
Possible Cause
Remedy
Engine stops
abruptly.
Ignition switch turned off.
Fuel tank empty.
Clogged fuel filter.
Water in the fuel.
Shorted spark plug or
loose terminal.
Ignition failure.
Piston seizure.
Turn on the switch and re-start.
Refuel. (See page 11).
Replace fuel filter.
Drain; replace with clean fuel.
See page 11.
Clean and replace spark plug,
tighten the terminal.
Replace the ignition unit.
Consult with an authorized
servicing dealer.
Engine difficult
to shut off.
Ground (stop) wire is
disconnected, or switch
is defective.
Overheating due to
incorrect spark plug.
Overheated engine.
Test and replace
as required.
Replace the plug with a
Champion CJ8 or equivalent
spark plug of the correct heat
range. For electromagnetic
compliance (EMC) use a
NGK BMR6A resistor plug.
Adjust the spark plug electrode
gap to 0.24 inch (0.6 mm). Re-start.
Idle engine until cool.
Cutters move
at engine idle.
Engine idle too high.
Broken clutch spring or
worn clutch spring boss.
Set idle: 3,000 (
±
250) RPM (min
-1
)
Replace spring/shoes as
required, check idle speed.
Excessive
vibration.
Warped or damaged
guide bar or cutters.
Damaged gearcase or
cam case.
Shoulder bolts/cutters
worn or out of adjustment.
Inspect and replace
as required.
Consult with an authorized
servicing dealer.
Adjust or replace as required.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
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