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TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS
(1)Engine does not start.
SYMPTOM
Fuel is not reaching the
carburetor.
Fuel is reaching the
carburetor.
Oil indicator (red) is on.
Starter motor does not
operate.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
There is no gasoline in the fuel
tank.
Fuel valve lever is not opened.
Fuel filter is clogged.
Fuel pipe arrangement is frozen.
Carburetor is flooded.
Carburetor is clogged.
Gasoline spoiled.
Gasoline contains water.
No or low oil level.
Battery is dead.
Fuse is blown.
Battery terminal is
disconnected.
Starter is abnormal or faulty.
Drive clutch lever is squeezed or
auger clutch switch is pressed
when starting.
REMEDY
Refuel (see page 81).
Turn the fuel valve lever to the
ON position (see page 44).
Consult an authorized Honda
dealer.
Check the engine oil level and
add oil to the upper level if nec-
essary (see page 83).
Charge the battery or replace
(see pages 96 and 99).
Replace the fuse (see page 100).
Connect the battery terminal
(see page 98).
Consult an authorized Honda
dealer.
Release the drive clutch lever
and do not press the auger
clutch switch (see page 72).
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