Omega SUZUKA 715-1530 User Manual page 22

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6. troubleshooting
Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common problems and their solutions. If you continue
to experience problems, contact the dealers in your area.
warning
Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five minutes to allow all parts to
cool. Disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the spark plug.
Troubleshooting table
Problem
The engine won't start
(Please refer to the engine user manual
for engine-specific procedures).
The engine lacks power or is not running
smoothly
(Please refer to the engine user manual for en-
gine-specific procedures).
Engine smokes
(Please refer to the engine user manual for en-
gine-specific procedures).
Machine does not seem to have full chip-
ping power
- Is the ignition switch in the "ON" position?
- Is the fuel shut-off valve on?
- Are you using fresh, clean fuel? If the fuel is old, change it. Use a fuel stabili-
zer if you keep gas longer than 30 days.
- Is the spark plug clean? If the spark plug is dirty or cracked, change it. If it's
oily, leave it out, hold a rag over the plug hole and pull the recoil cord several
times to blow out any oil in the cylinder, then wipe off the plug and reinsert it.
- Check that the Throttle Lever is in the "Run" position.
- Is the air filter clean? If it's dirty, change it following the procedure in the
engine manufacturer's owner's manual.
- Is the spark plug clean? If it's fouled or cracked, change it. If it's oily, leave
it out, hold a rag over the plug hole and pull your recoil cord several times to
blow out any oil in the cylinder, then wipe off the plug and reinsert it.
- Are you using fresh, clean unleaded gas? If it's old, change it. Use a fuel
stabilizer if you keep gas longer than 30 days.
- Does your engine have the right amount of clean oil? If it's dirty, change it
following the procedure in the engine manufacturer's owner's manual.
- Check the oil level and adjust as needed.
- Check the oil level and adjust as needed.
- Check the air filter and clean or replace if needed.
- You may be using the wrong oil—too light for the temperature. Refer to your
Engine Owner's Manual for detailed information.
- Clean the cooling fins if they're dirty.
- The belts may be too loose and slipping. Adjust or replace belts as need.
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Possible cause