Troubleshooting - Honda WT20X Owner's Manual

10. TROUBLESHOOTING
When the engine will not start:
1. Is the engine switch ON?
2. Does the oil alert lamp flash when the starter is operated?
3. Is the fuel valve ON?
4. Is there fuel in the fuel tank?
5. Is gasoline reaching the carburetor?
To check, loosen the drain screw with the fuel valve on.
m If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before testing the
spark plug or starting the engine. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite.
DRAIN SCREW
FLOAT BOWL
6. Is there a spark at the spark plug?
a. Remove the spark plug cap. Clean any dirt from around the spark plug
base, then remove the spark plug.
b. Install the spark plug in the plug cap.
c. Turn the engine switch on.
d. Ground the side electrode to any engine ground, pull the recoil starter
to see if sparks jump across the gap.
e. If there are no sparks, replace the plug.
If OK, install the new plug and try to start the engine according to the
instructions.
7. If the engine still does not start, take the pump to an authorized Honda
trash pump dealer.
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