Aztec SIDEWINDER 24 Owner's Manual page 22

PUREPOWER BY AZTEC ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
TROUBLESHOOTING - ENGINE
COMMON PROBLEMS & PROBABLE CAUSES
Engine cranks but will not start:
Propane tank is empty
Shutoff valve is closed
Clogged, obstructed, kinked or cut fuel or vacuum line
Spark plug lead disconnected
Faulty ignition coil
Faulty kill switch
Faulty regulator
Engine starts hard:
Faulty choke or throttle settings
Clogged, obstructed, kinked or cut fuel or vacuum line
Faulty regulator
Low compression
Engine will not crank:
Battery is discharged
Loose or faulty connections or wires
Faulty ignition key switch or starter control switch
Engine overheats:
Incorrect fuel settings
Air intake filter screen or cooling fins clogged
Low oil level
Exhaust emissions or propane odor:
Carburetor or regulator setting incorrect
Dirty or clogged air filter
Loose fittings, clamps or hoses cracked, hoses cut or
leaking
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SOLUTIONS
Refill propane tank
Open valve
Remove obstruction or replace line
Connect lead to spark plug
Replace ignition coil
Replace switch
Replace regulator
Set controls to correct position
Remove obstruction or replace line
Replace regulator
Have engine serviced by a trained technician
Charge or replace battery
Tighten, repair or replace wires
Repair or replace switch(es)
Have engine serviced by a trained technician
Clean and clear debris or replace filter
Check and add oil
Have engine serviced by a trained technician
Replace air filter
Tighten or seal; check with soap and water solution, if
bubbles appear, part is still leaking; replace