Troubleshooting Table - Poulan Pro PP4620AVL Instruction Manual

Store unit with all guards in place. Position so
that any sharp object cannot accidentally
cause injury to passersby. Store the unit out
of reach of children.
S Before storing, drain all fuel from the unit.
Start engine and allow to run until it stops.
S Clean the unit before storing. Pay particu-
lar attention to the air intake area, keeping
it free of debris. Use a mild detergent and
sponge to clean the plastic surfaces.
S Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from hot water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store in a dry area out of the reach of chil-
dren.

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

WARNING:
Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of
the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.
TROUBLE CAUSE
Engine will not
1. Ignition switch off.
start or will run
2. Engine flooded.
only a few
seconds after
3. Fuel tank empty.
starting.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. Fuel not reaching
carburetor.
Engine will 1. Carburetor requires
not idle adjustment.
properly. 2. Crankshaft seals worn.
1. Air filter dirty.
Engine will not
2. Spark plug fouled.
accelerate,
3. Chain brake engaged.
lacks power,
4. Carburetor requires
or dies under
adjustment.
a load.
1. Too much oil mixed with
Engine
gasoline.
smokes
excessively.
Chain moves 1. Idle speed requires
at idle speed. adjustment.
2. Clutch requires repair.
CAUTION
: It is important to prevent gum de-
posits from forming in essential fuel system
parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel
hose, or fuel tank during storage. Alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol
or methanol) can attract moisture which leads
to fuel mixture separation and formation of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage
the engine.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Call 1- -800- -554- -6723.
NEED SERVICE PART?
Contact your authorized service dealer.
REMEDY
1. Move ignition switch to ON.
2. See "Difficult Starting" in
Operation Section.
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
4. Install new spark plug.
5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
1. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or replace plug and regap.
3. Disengage chain brake.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
1. See "Carburetor Adjustment" in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
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