Troubleshooting - Billy Goat PLUGR Owner's Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem
Engine will not start.
Machine vibrates abnormally.
Engine stalls or labors when
aerating.
Engine is locked and will not pull
over.
Machine does not move when the
clutch is engaged.
Part No. 382510
Possible Cause of Problem
• Stop switch is in OFF position.
• Throttle is in OFF position.
• Engine is not in full choke
position.
• No gasoline in engine.
• Gasoline in engine has expired.
• Oil level in engine is too low.
• Air filter is dirty.
• Tines are damaged or missing.
• Handle bolts are loosened.
• Engine bolts are loosened.
• Slope is too steep for operation.
• Engine oil level is too low.
• Debris is locked against drive
pulleys.
• Engine is malfunctioning.
• Drive belt is out of adjustment.
• Drive belt is worn.
• Pulleys are loose or damaged.
• Clutch cable is damaged or
broken.
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Possible Solution to Problem
• Check stop switch, throttle, and
choke positions.
• Check engine's gasoline level
and quality.
• Check engine's oil level and
quality.
• Clean or replace air filer.
• Contact a qualified engine
servicer.
• Stop work immediately!
• Replace damaged or missing
tines.
• Tighten all loose nuts and bolts.
• Work at a 45 angle to the slope.
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• Work up and down the slope, not
across.
• Check engine oil level and add oil
when appropriate.
• Pull spark plug wire.
• Remove debris from drive
pulleys.
• Contact a qualified engine
servicer.
• Refer to subsection "Replacing
the Drive Belt" in the Maintenance
section of this manual to perform
the belt replacement properly.
• Contact a qualified engine
servicer.
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