Yamaha EF7200DE, EF7200D, Owner'S Manual

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Except for EF5500EFW
ENGINE DOES NOT START
Pull the recoil starter and check the spark
plug for spark strength.
(See “WARNING”)
WARNING
9
To prevent FIRE HAZARDS be sure
fuel is not present in the spark plug
area.
9
To prevent FIRE HAZARDS be sure
to place the spark plug as far way
as possible from the spark plug
hole and carburetor area.
9
To prevent ELECTRIC SHOCK do
not hold spark plug lead with hand
while testing.
OK Does not spark
Turn the engine switch to “
7
” (ON), then
pull the recoil starter and check if the oil
warning light flickers.
791-001e
Does not flicker Flickers
Check engine oil level.
OK Level low
Consult a
Yamaha dealer.
Add engine oil.
Check the spark plug.
9
Type: BPR4ES (NGK)
9
Gap: 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
Incorrect OK
Replace or
adjust gap.
Clean the spark
plug.
Consult a Yamaha dealer.
Check the following.
9
Fuel line clogging
9
Air filter element clogging
Clogged
OK
Clean or
replace.
OK
Engine does not start.
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