Troubleshooting Table - Poulan Pro PR5020 Instruction Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

a WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended
remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.
TROUBLE
Engine will not start or will run only
a few seconds after starting.
Engine will not idle properly.
Engine will not accelerate, lacks
power, or dies under a load.
Chain moves at idle speed.
TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUSE
Ignition switch off.
3. Fuel tank empty.
4.
Fuel not reaching carburettor.
Idle speed requires
adjustment.
Carburettor requires
adjustment.
Spark plug fouled.
3. Chain brake engaged.
4. Carburettor requires
adjustment.
gasoline.
Idle speed requires
adjustment.
Clutch requires repair.
Chain brake is engaged.
REMEDY
STARTING AND STOPPING
Section.
3. Fill tank with correct fuel
4. Install new spark plug.
replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel
line; repair or replace.
Contact an authorized service
dealer.
Clean or replace plug and
regap.
3. Disengage chain brake.
4. Contact an authorized service
dealer.
Contact an authorized service
dealer.
See "Resetting the
TROUBLESHOOTING section.
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