Starting The Engine - Honda GCV135 Problem Solving And Maintenance Manual

Engine Model: Honda GCV135

4 Starting the Engine

The engine oil should be checked before each use. Check there is sufficient
petrol in the fuel tank, and that it is clean and fresh. Old, stale fuel may cause
poor starting. Drain stale fuel from the tank and replace with fresh petrol.
1. Ensure the machine is situated on a firm level
surface (path, patio or short grass). Before
checking the underside, make sure to remove
the HT Cap (sparkplug cap). Check the
underside of the machine is clear from old lawn
debris. If you have to tilt the mower, do this
backwards only. First remove the grass catcher,
then lift the front wheels until the handles reach
the ground at the rear.
2. Check the H.T. lead (spark plug cap) is correctly
fitted to the spark plug.
3. Ensure that the fuel shut off valve is switched to
the ON position.
4. Check the Operator Presence Control (OPC) lever
is held against the handle when starting and using
the mower.
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Problem:
Engine is difficult
to start
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Likely Cause:
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Spark plug disconnected
•
Dirty spark plug or incorrect gap
•
No fuel
•
Stale fuel or build-ups in fuel tank
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Solution:
•
Check the spark
plug cap is firmly
fitted on the spark
plug (see A)
•
Check the spark
plug (see A)
•
Check and top up,
check fuel is
switched ON (see
B)
•
Drain old fuel, re-fill
with fresh fuel (see
B)
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