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SYMPTOMS
POSSIBLE CAUSES
WHAT TO DO
Engine turns over but
1.
No fuel to the engine
Check the tank level and fill up with correct
fails to start or starts
gas-oil mixture. Check for possible clogging of
with difficulty
fuel, item 5.
2.
Spark plug
Check for fouled or defective spark plug. Dis-
connect spark plug wire, unscrew plug and
remove from cylinder head. Reconnect wire
and ground exposed plug on engine, being
careful to hold away from spark plug hole.
Follow engine starting procedure and check for
spark. if no sparks appear, replace spark plug.
If trouble persists, check item 3
3.
Faulty ignition
Disconnect spark plug wire from plug, unscrew
the spark plug cap then hold wire about
3 mm I
W'!
from the cylinder head. Follow en-
gine starting procedure and if no sparks
appear, it means a faulty ignition system. Do
not attempt to repair. Contact your dealer.
4.
Flooded engine
Remove wet spark plugs, turn ignition to OFF
and crank engine several times. Install clean
dry spark plugs. Start engine following usual
starting procedure. If engine continues to flood,
see your dealer.
5.
Clogged fuel line (water
or
Remove and clean the fuel filter. Change filter
dirt)
cartridge if necessary. Check condition and
connections offuel lines. Check the cleanliness
offuel tank.
6.
Faulty carburetor
First make primary adjustments on carburetor
ISee Maintenance Section!. If carburetor is
still fauhy, contact your dealer forrepair.
7.
Too much oil in fuel
Drain the fuel tank and refill with the correct
gas / oil mixture.
8.
Engine timing
Engine timing may be defective or out of
adjustment. Contact your dealer.
9.
Poor engine compression
Running witha lean fuel mixture may produce
excessive engine wear resulting in poor engine
compression. If this occurs, contact your dealer
atonce.
Engine will not turn
1.
Seized engine
In the case of seized engine contact your
manually
dealer. Seizure is a direct result of poor lubica-
ton or use of improper type of oil. Incorrect
fuel! oil ratio.
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