Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
Problem / Symptom
Trowel does not
develop full speed.
Engine runs;
poor trowel operation.
Engine does not start
or runs erratically.
Trowel handle tends to
rotate when idling.
Reason
■
Buildup in engine cylinder
and engine head
■
Engine speed too low
■
Dirty or damaged air filter
■
Debris in moving parts and
trowel blades
■
Cold engine
■
Damaged throttle lever or
cable
■
Damaged or worn belt
■
Damaged or worn clutch
■
Debris in moving parts and
trowel blades
■
Low fuel level
■
Closed fuel valve
■
Dirty air filter
■
Damaged spark plug
■
Damaged in-line fuel filter
■
Low oil level
■
Engine stop button is stuck
■
Throttle not in idle position at
startup
■
High engine speed
■
Belt alignment off
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Walk-Behind Trowels
Remedy
■
Remove deposits from
engine cylinder and engine
head.
■
Adjust speed.
■
Clean or replace air
filter.
■
Clean debris from moving
parts and trowel blades.
■
In cold weather, warm the
engine in idle for 3 or 4
minutes.
■
Check throttle lever and
cable for proper operation.
■
Check belt for wear or
damage.
■
Check clutch for wear or
damage.
■
Clean debris from moving
parts and trowel arms.
■
Check fuel level.
■
Open fuel valve.
■
Clean air filter.
■
Check/replace spark plug.
■
Check in-line fuel filter.
■
Check engine oil level.
■
Check engine stop button.
■
Check that throttle is in idle
position when starting
machine.
■
Check engine idle speed.
■
Check belt alignment.
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