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Problem
Possible Cause
Possible Solution
Engine lacks power
Dirty air filter
Replace air filter
Engine will not start
STOP/RUN lever in STOP
position
Move lever to RUN position
No fuel in the engine
Fill fuel tank or turn of fuel
supply
Battery discharged
Charge or replace battery
Faulty starter solenoid/motor
Check and replace as required
Engine runs well at no load but
‘bogs’ down under full load
Engine speed is too slow
Adjust STOP/RUN lever to suit
load
Engine will not start; or starts
and runs rough
Low oil level
Fill crankcase to proper level
Dirty air cleaner
Clean or replace air cleaner
Out of diesel
Fill fuel tank
Water in diesel
Drain diesel tank, fill with fresh
fuel
STOP/RUN lever incorrectly
set
Move STOP/RUN lever
Engine shuts down during
operation
Out of diesel
Fill fuel tank
Low oil level
Fill crankcase with oil to proper
level
Engine lacks power
Dirty air filter
Replace air filter
Engine falters
STOP/RUN lever incorrectly
set
Move STOP/RUN lever until
engine runs smoothly
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