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Problem
Cause
Engine fails to start. 1. Spark plug wire disconnected.
2. Fuel tank not full enough or stale fuel.
3. Throttle control lever not in correct
4. Choke not in CHOKE position.
5. Engine not primed properly.
6. Fuel valve not ON or blocked fuel line.
7. Faulty spark plug.
Engine is hard to
1. Spark plug wire loose.
start or runs erratic.
2. Unit running on CHOKE.
3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system.
5. Dirty air cleaner.
6. Carburetor out of adjustment.
Cylinder rod will not
extend or contract.
1. Cold weather clutch not engaged.
2. Broken or improperly installed belt.
3. Low hydraulic fluid.
4. Hydraulic lines blocked.
5. Damaged or broken pump.
6. Damaged control valve.
Cylinder rod is slow
1. Low hydraulic fluid.
or erratic while
extending and
contracting.
2. Contaminated hydraulic fluid.
3. Excessive pump inlet vacuum.
4. Damaged pump.
5. Damaged control valve.
6. Internal cylinder damage.
Leaking Cylinder
1. Broken seals.
2. Scored cylinder.
BELT ROUTING DIAGRAM
(VIEWED FROM UNDERSIDE OF SPLITTER)
TROUBLESHOOTING
starting position.
Remedy
1. Connect wire to spark plug.
2. Fill tank full with clean, fresh gasoline.
3. Move throttle lever to FAST position.
4. Move choke to CHOKE position.
5. Prime engine.
6. Turn on fuel valve or clean fuel line.
7. Clean, adjust gap, or replace spark plug.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2. Move choke lever to OFF position.
3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline
4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh gasoline.
5. Clean or replace air cleaner.
6. See authorized service center.
1. Engage cold weather clutch.
2. Replace or reinstall belt.
3. Fill hydraulic tank to correct fluid level.
4. Flush and clean hydrualic system.*
5. See authorized service center.
6. See authorized service center.
1. Fill hydraulic tank to correct fluid level.
2. Drain fluid, flush system, and refill.
3. Make certain pump hoses are clear and
unblocked. Make certain hose in not
collapsing under suction.
4. See authorized service center.
5. See authorized service center.
6. See authorized service center.
1. See authorized service center.
2. See authorized service center.
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