Troy-Bilt 25A-304-766, Operator'S Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM SOLUTION
THE ENGINE WILL NOT START
The fuel tank is empty Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel
The primer bulb was not pressed enough Press the primer bulb 10 times
The fuel is old (over 30 days) Drain the fuel tank and add fresh fuel
The spark plug is fouled Replace the spark plug
THE ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE
The air filter is dirty Clean or replace the air filter
The fuel is old (over 30 days) Drain the fuel tank and add fresh fuel
The idle speed is incorrect Adjust the idle speed
THE ENGINE WILL NOT ACCELERATE
The fuel is old (over 30 days) Drain the fuel tank and add fresh fuel
The blade is bound with dirt or grass
Stop the engine, remove the spark plug, and
clean the blade
The air filter is dirty Clean or replace the air filter
THE ENGINE LACKS POWER OR STALLS
The fuel is old (over 30 days) Drain the fuel tank and add fresh fuel
The air filter is dirty Clean or replace the air filter
The spark plug is fouled Replace the spark plug
If further assistance is required, contact an authorized service center.