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Troubleshooting
Problem
Engine does not start
Engine starts hard or loses
power
Possible Cause
1. The fuel tank is empty or
the fuel system contains
stale fuel.
2. The throttle lever is not
in the Choke position.
3. The wire is not
connected to the spark
plug.
4. The spark plug is pitted,
fouled, or the gap is
incorrect.
1. The fuel tank contains
stale fuel.
2. The fuel cap vent hole is
plugged.
3. The air lter element is
dirty and is restricting
the air ow.
4. The underside of the
lawn mower deck
contains clippings and
debris.
5. The spark plug is pitted,
fouled, or the gap is
incorrect.
6. The engine oil level is
low or the oil is dirty.
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Corrective Action
1. Drain and/or ll the fuel
tank with fresh gasoline.
If the problem persists,
contact an Authorized
Service Dealer.
2. Move the throttle lever
to the Choke position.
3. Connect the wire to the
spark plug.
4. Check the spark plug
and adjust the gap if
necessary. Replace the
spark plug if it is pitted,
fouled, or cracked.
1. Drain and ll the fuel
tank with fresh gasoline.
2. Clean the fuel cap vent
hole or replace the fuel
cap.
3. Clean the air lter
pre-cleaner and/or
replace the paper air
lter.
4. Clean the underside of
the lawn mower deck.
5. Check the spark plug
and adjust the gap if
necessary. Replace the
spark plug if it is pitted,
fouled, or cracked.
6. Check the engine oil.
Change the oil if it is dirty
or add oil if it is low.
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