Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Cause
The engine is difficult
to start.
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Add fresh fuel.
Turn the engine switch On.
Move the choke lever to the On position.
Attach spark plug wire to the spark plug.
Remove spark plug and inspect. Replace if necessary.
Take the tiller to an authorized service center to clean
the carburetor.
Remove and clean the air filter.
Drain and clean the fuel tank. Fill with fresh fuel.
The engine is out of fuel.
The engine switch is Off.
The engine is not primed.
The spark plug wire is disconnected.
The spark plug is fouled.
The carburetor is dirty.
The air filter is clogged.
The fuel is contaminated.
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The engine is
experiencing problems.
Problems may include
smoking excessively,
running very "rough,"
running erratically, or
not maintaining full
speed.
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Add engine oil.
Check engine oil, and add or drain engine oil if necessary.
Remove spark plug, inspect or replace if necessary.
Remove and clean air filter.
Drain and clean the fuel tank. Fill with fresh fuel.
Take the tiller to an authorized service center to clean
the carburetor.
There is no engine oil in the crankcase.
The engine oil is not at proper level.
The spark plug is fouled.
The air filter is clogged.
The fuel is contaminated.
The carburetor is out of adjustment.
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The tiller produces
excessive vibration
and noise.
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Tighten all fasteners.
Refer to The Engine is Experiencing Problems section
(above).
There are loose parts.
Refer to The Engine is Experiencing Problems
section (above).
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The tines will not
rotate.
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Remove debris from around tines.
Replace tine bolts and nuts.
There is debris interfering with the tines.
Tines are loose.
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The engine will not stop.
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Replace the On/Off switch.
The On/Off switch is not working properly.
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The tines do not cut
properly.
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Refer to the “Install the Tines” section.
The tines are assembled incorrectly.
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The engine stalls
frequently.
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Till at a moderate pace. Make multiple passes.
Refer to The Engine is Experiencing Problems section
(above).
The tilling speed / depth is too fast for conditions.
Refer to The Engine is Experiencing Problems
section (above).
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