Engine Troubleshooting - Tecumseh TM SERIES Technician's Handbook

ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine Will Not Start
See Chapter 6
NO
Check For Spark
under "Troubleshooting"
YES
WET DRY
Check If Spark Plug Is Wet or Dry
Check Compression Release
Defective Spark Plug
for Stuck Open Condition
Check Fuel Supply
Restricted Air Filter
and Fuel Cap Vent
Restriction in Fuel System
Improper or Stale Fuel
(filter, screen)
Carburetion Problems Due to
Carburetion Problem
Flooding, Over Priming, etc.
Blockage in Pulse Channel to
Ignition System
Carburetor
Plugged Muffler or Exhaust Port
Poor Compression
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