Use and Care Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Cause Remedy

Engine Fails to start 1. Engine flooded

2. Spark plug wire disconnected

3. Fuel tank empty

4. Stale fuel

5. Engine not choked

6. Faulty spark plug

7. Throttle in STOP position

1. Wait at least 10 minutes before starting

2. Connect wire to spark plug

3. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel

4. Use fuel siphon to drain fuel tank. Refill with

fresh fuel

5. Choke engine

6. Clean, adjust gap or replace

7. Move throttle to FAST/RUN position

Engine runs erratically 1. Spark plug wire loose

2. Spark plug scorched, defective or electrode

gap is set incorrectly

3. Stale fuel

4. Engine running with choke on

5. Water or dirt in fuel system

1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire

2. Re-adjust electrode gap or change

3. If necessary use fuel siphon to drain fuel tank.

Refill with fresh fuel

4. Move choke to off

5. If necessary use fuel siphon to drain fuel tank.

Refill with fresh fuel

Engine overheats 1. Engine oil level low 1. Fill engine with proper amount of engine oil