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TROUBLESHOOTING _ _ _ _ _ _
SYMPTOMS
POSSIBLE CAUSES
WHAT TO DO
Engine turns over but
1.
Ignition switch, emergency
Place all switches in the "run" or
fails to start
cut-out switch or tether
"on" position.
switch is in the off position
2.
Mixture not rich enough to
Check fuel tank level and check
start cold engine
starting procedure, particularly use
of the primer.
3.
Flooded engine. (Spark plug
Do not over prime. Remove wet
wet when removed)
spark plug, turn ignition to OFF and
crank engine several times. Install
clean dry spark plug. Start engine
following usual starting procedure.
If engine continues to flood, see
your authorized dealer.
4.
No fuel to the engine. (Spark
Check fuel tank level ; turn fuel on
plug dry when removed)
if applicable ; check fuel filter ; re-
place if clogged ; check condition
of fuel and impulse lines and their
connections. A failure of the fuel
pump or carburetor has occured.
Contact your authorized dealer.
5.
Spark plug
I
ignition
Check that emergency cut-out switch
(no spark)
is at the upper position (ON} and the
tether cut-out switch cap is snap-
ped over the receptacle.
Check for fouled or defective spark
plug. Disconnect spark plug wire,
unscrew plug and remove from cyl-
inder head. Reconnect wire and
ground exposed plug on engine
cowl, bei1g caraiU
to
hold away
from
spark
pkJg hole. Follow engine
starting procedure and check for
spark. If no spark appears, replace
spark plug. If trouble persists, con-
tact your authorized dealer.
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