Troubleshooting - Textron JACOBSEN Eclipse 2 Technical/Repair Manual

Troubleshooting

This troubleshooting chart will cover basic engine
troubleshooting information. A separate engine manual,
prepared by the engine manufacturer, is supplied with
this machine. Refer to the engine manufacturer's manual
for further engine troubleshooting information.
Condition
Engine does not start.
Engine is hard to start, runs erratically,
stalls, looses power, or stops.
4262930-Rev A
Probable Cause
Choke not set properly.
Fuel tank empty.
Fuel shutoff valve closed.
Engine on/off switch in off position.
Key switch in off position.
Engine problem.
Loose or corroded engine on/off switch
harness connector.
Loose or corroded ignition coil harness
connector.
Choke not set properly.
Dirty or incorrect fuel.
Loose wire connections.
Air intake clogged.
Spark plug worn, dirty, or improperly
gapped.
Vent in fuel filler cap plugged.
Remedy
Refer to the engine manual for correct
choke usage.
Fill fuel tank with fresh, clean gasoline.
Open shutoff valve.
Move engine on/off switch to on position.
Move key switch to on position.
Refer to the engine manual.
Check engine on/off switch harness
connector. (See "Harness Connector
Identification" on page 4-9.)
Check ignition coil harness connector.
(See "Harness Connector
Identification" on page 4-9.)
Refer to the engine manual for correct
choke usage.
Drain fuel tank and fill fuel tank with fresh,
clean gasoline.
Check wiring connections.
Refer to the engine manual for air cleaner
service information.
Refer to the engine manual for spark plug
service information.
Clean fuel filler cap.
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