ENGINE DOES NOT START
What To check Possible Cause
Remedy
Does the
engine crank?
NO
Faulty recoil starter.
Fluid in the
crankcase Internal
damage
Return blower to dealer
Yes
Good
compression
NO
Loose spark plug
TiTighten and re-test Return
blower to dealer
.
Excess wear on
cylinder piston, rings
Yes
Does the tank
contain fresh fuel
of the proper
grade?
NO
Fuel/mixture incorrect
stale, contaminated
.
Re-fill with fresh fuel
(2
-
cycle engine oil and
gasoline»25:1)
Yes
Is fuel visible and
moving in the fuel
line when
priming?
NO
Check for clogged
fuel filter and /or vent.
Clear as required; re-start
If the plug is wet,
excess fuel may be in
the cylinder.
Crank the engine with plug
removed, replace the plug ,and
restart
Yes
Check the
spark plug
The plug may be
fouled or improperly
gapped
Clean and regap the plug to
0.6-0.7mm restart
The plug may be
damaged
internally or of the
wrong size
Replace the plug with a
Champion RCY6J Restart
