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LB55 USER MANUAL
To put the equipment into service after an extended period of storage.
1. Check for loose parts and tighten if necessary.
2. Fill the fuel tank and then check the engine oil level. Top off if necessary. See engine manual for details.
3. Start the engine and check for fuel leaks. Repair any leaks before operating the unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
1. While normal care and regular maintenance will extend the life of your equipment.
2. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, the causes, and remedies.
WARNING
1. In order to avoid serious injury, the equipment can be maintained only after the engine stops running.
2. Always disconnect the spark plug to prevent the engine from accidentally starting
PROBLEM(S)
POSSIBLE CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Engine won’t start
1. No fuel.
2. Choke not in START position.
3. Low quality or deteriorated, old
gasoline.
4. Dirty fuel passageways.
5. Spark plug cap not connected
securely.
6. Spark plug fouled.
7. Low engine oil.
1. Add fuel.
2. Turn choke to START position.
3. Use fresh unleaded gasoline.
4. Clean out passageways using fuel
additive. Heavy deposits may require
further cleaning.
5. Connect spark plug cap properly.
6. Remove spark plug. Clean/replace as
recommended in engine manual.
7. Add engine oil to proper level
Engine stops suddenly
1. Fuel tank empty or full of impure
or low quality gasoline.
2. Low oil shutdown.
3. Disconnected or improperly
connected sparkplug cap.
1. Add fuel tank with fresh unleaded
gasoline.
2. Fill engine oil to proper level.
3. Secure spark plug cap.
The engine runs but the
outlet does not vent
1. Discharge chute clogged.
2. Engine not running at full speed.
1. Clean out debris.
2. Set throttle control to FAST if equipped.
Abnormal vibration of
equipment
1. Looseness or instability of
impeller.
2. Engine loosening.
1. Check the impeller and replace it as
needed.
2. Check the engine and tighten the bolts.
