Troubleshooting - Troy-Bilt LS 27 TB Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem
Engine fails to start
Engine runs erratic
Engine Overheats
Cylinder rod will not move
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Cause
1. Spark plug wire disconnected.
2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
3. Choke not in CHOKE position.
4. Faulty spark plug.
5. Blocked fuel line.
6. Throttle control lever not in correct starting
position.
1. Log Splitter running with CHOKE applied.
2. Spark plug wire loose.
3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system.
5. Dirty air cleaner.
6. Carburetor not adjusted properly.
1. Engine oil level low.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
3. Carburetor not adjusted properly.
1. Broken drive shaft.
2. Shipping plugs left in hydraulic hoses.
3. Set screws in coupling not adjusted properly.
4. Loose shaft coupling.
5. Gear sections damaged.
6. Damaged relief valve.
7. Hydraulic lines blocked.
8. Incorrect oil level.
9. Damaged directional valve.
10. Blocked directional valve.
Remedy
1. Connect wire to spark plug.
2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
3. Move choke to CHOKE position.
4. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
5. Clean fuel line.
6. Move throttle lever to FAST position.
1. Move choke lever to OFF position.
2. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
5. Clean or replace air cleaner.
6. See authorized service dealer.
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Clean or replace air cleaner.
3. See authorized service dealer.
1. See authorized service dealer.
2. Disconnect hydraulic hoses, remove shipping
plugs, reconnect hoses.
3. See authorized service dealer.
4. Correct engine/pump alignment as
necessary.
5. See authorized service dealer.
6. See authorized service dealer.
7. Flush and clean hydraulic system.
8. Check oil level.
9. See authorized service dealer.
10. Flush and clean hydraulic system
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