JCB-E460P
Instruction & User Manual
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Troubleshooting
Engine
.
Engine Will not Start
Possible Cause
Correction
1. Check Control Positions
Fuel Valve OFF
Move fuel valve lever to ON
position.
Choke open
Move choke lever to CLOSED
position unless engine is warm.
Ignition Switch Off
Turn ignition switch to ON.
2. Check Fuel
Out of Fuel
Refuel
Bad fuel; stored without treating
or draining gasoline, or refueled
with bad gasoline
Drain fuel tank and carburettor.
Refuel with fresh gasoline
3. Remove and inspect spark plug.
Spark plug faulty, fouled, or
improperly gapped.
Gap or replace spark plug
Spark plug wet with fuel (flooded
engine).
Dry and reinstall spark plug. Start
engine with throttle lever in FAST
position.
4. Take engine to an authorized
servicing dealer, or refer to shop
manual.
Fuel filter clogged, carburettor
malfunction, ignition malfunction,
valves stuck, etc.
Replace or repair faulty
components as necessary.
Engine Lacks Power
Possible Cause
Correction
1. Check air filter.
Air filter clogged.
Clean or replace filter.
2. Check fuel.
Bad fuel; stored without
treating or draining gasoline,
or refuel with bad gasoline.
Drain fuel tank and
carburettor. Refuel with fresh
gasoline
3. Take engine to an
authorized servicing dealer, or
Refer to shop manual.
Fuel filter clogged, carburettor
malfunction, ignition
malfunction, valves stuck, etc.
Replace or repair faulty
components as necessary.
