Replacement Part List

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ENGLISH 100378
TROUBLESHOOTING
Starting Problems
Starting Problems Cont’d
If you follow the normal starting procedure, you should
have no problem starting your cultivator. But, just in
case you do have problems, here’s what to do:
1. Make sure the engine switch is in the “ON” position.
If the switch was in the “STOP” position when you
pulled the cord, you may have flooded the engine.
Even if the engine switch is in the “ON” position, it
is possible to flood the engine. The smell of fuel can
be a sign the engine is flooded.
a. Flooded Engine Procedure:
i. First, examine the spark plug. Use a 19 mm
spark plug wrench.
ii. Remove the cap over the spark plug.
To avoid possible damage to the threads, do not try
to remove the plug from a hot engine.
IMPORTANT
Never use starting fluids. Starting fluids will cause
permanent engine damage. Using them will void
the warranty.
IMPORTANT
iii. Unscrew the spark plug.
iv. If the end of the spark plug is wet, the engine
may be flooded. Make sure the switch is in the
“Stop” position, disconnect spark plug wire
and remove plug. Use a paper towel or a clean
rag to dry the spark plug, then, with the spark
plug out of the engine, pull the starter cord
several times. Shake the fuel out of the inside
of the plug and air dry. Next, replace the spark
plug. Use the wrench to tighten it and replace
the cap. Next, put the switch in the “Start”
position and pull the choke lever into the
“Start” position. Pull the starter cord three or
four times until the engine coughs or sputters.
Open the choke (move the choke lever to the
“Run” position) and pull the cord a few times.
The engine should start and run.
2. If the end of the spark plug is dry, check to see
if the fuel line is blocked. The fuel line runs from
the fuel tank to the carburetor. Pull it off at the
carburetor end. Fuel should drip slowly from the
line. Wipe off any excess or spilled fuel.
If fuel does not drip from the line, check the line
for any bends or pinches. Kinks in the line restrict
the flow of fuel to the engine. Just straighten out
the line. Reconnect. Then follow the normal starting
procedure.
If fuel drips too freely, the line may be disconnected
from the fuel filter. You’ll find the fuel filter inside
the fuel tank. Just re-attach the line to the filter,
and put the filter back in the tank. Then follow the
normal starting procedure.
Make sure the engine switch is in the top position.
Keep plug wire away from engine to avoid
unintentional spark.
WARNING