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Problem / Cause
Engine will not start
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Blade switch is engaged
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Steering controls are not locked in the neutral position
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Parking brake is not activated
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Battery is dead
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Contamination in the carburetor or fuel line
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Fuel supply is closed or the tap for the fuel tank is in the wrong position
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Clogged fuel filter or fuel line
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Faulty ignition system
Starter does not turn the engine over
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Dead battery
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Poor contacts on the battery terminal cable connections
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Fuse blown
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Ignition system faulty
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Fault in the starter safety circuit See Safety System in the Maintenance section
Engine runs rough
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Faulty carburetor
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Choke control is pulled out with warm engine
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Clogged fuel filter or jet
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Clogged ventilation valve on the fuel cap
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Fuel tank nearly empty
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Fouled spark plug
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Spark plug is loose
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Rich fuel mixture or fuel-air mixture
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Water in the fuel (gasoline)
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Clogged air filter
Engine seems weak
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Clogged air filter
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Fouled spark plugs
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Carburetor incorrectly adjusted
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