Tfioubleshootlng - Honda EXW171S Owner's Manual

When the engine will not start:
I , _.-
1 Is there fuel in the 1
NU
J Refill the fuel
I
tank.
Is the battery
fully charged?
YES
NO
b Charge battery
in the engine?
YES
NO
Add the recom-
- mended oil.
(The oil alert lamp goes on when
cranking the engine)
Is there a spark
NO
Replace the Still No spark
Take the generator
from the spark plug?
' spark plug
' to an authorized
To check:
HONDA dealer.
Bf any fuel has been
spilled, make sure
the wee is dry
before testing the
spark plug. Fuel
vapor OP spilled fuel
may ignite. Perform
this Pest in a well-
ventilated area.
YES
1) Remove the spark plug cap
and clean any dirt from
around the spark plug.
2) Remove the spark plug and
install the spark plug in the
plug cap.
3) Set the plug side electrode
on the cylinder head.
4) Crank the engine, sparks
should jump across the gap.
the carburetor?
NO
Clean the fuel
To check:
' sediment cup.
1) Turn off the enaine switch
does not start,
take the generator
to an authorized
and loosen the drain screw.
2) Fuel should flow from the
drain when the engine
switch is turned on.
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