Troubleshooting Starting Problems - Honda BF75A Owner's Manual

Troubleshooting Starting Problems

SYMPTOM
Starter motor doesn't turn over.
Starter motor turns but the engine
doesn't start.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Shift lever/control lever not in neutral position.
Blown fuse.
Weak battery.
Emergency stop switch clip is not engaged.
Out of fuel.
Vent knob not open.
Priming bulb not squeezed.
Engine flooded.
STARTING THE ENGINE
REMEDY
Set shift lever/control lever in neutral position.
Replace fuse.
(refer to page 124)
Start using emergency starter rope.
(refer to page 70)
Engage the emergency stop switch clip.
(refer to page 33, 56, 61 and 65)
Supply fuel.
(refer to page 48)
Open vent knob.
(refer to page 55)
Squeeze priming bulb to supply fuel.
(refer to page 55)
Clean and dry spark plug.
(refer to page 114)
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