Garland SIOUX 855 ZESG Instruction Manual page 56

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9. TROUBLE SHOOTING
If the machine does not start, check the compression of the engine and the spark from the spark plug.
Depending on the symptoms that you notice, you can discover the probable cause and solve the problem.
The cylinder's
The spark plug
compression is
normal
YES
YES
No compression
The engine
does not turn
Probable Cause
is OK
No fuel in the tank
The gasoline filter is dirty
There is water in the fuel
YES
The gasoline used is not the right
The carburetor is dirty
The switch is "O"
No
The spark plug is dirty
The spark plug pipe is not connected
The spark plug is loose
The piston and its segments are
YES
The cylinder is scratched
kind
worn
Cold engine
56/172
Corrective Action
Fill fuel tank with fuel
Clean the filter
Replace fuel
Change the fuel with one with
proper octane
Send your machine to the
service technician
Turn the switch to "I"
Clean the spark plug
Connect the spark plug
Tighten the spark plug
Send your machine to the
service technician
Send your machine to the
service technician
Send your machine to the
service technician