Troubleshooting - Predator Engines 212cc Owner's Manual
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Troubleshooting
problem
Engine will not start
FUEL RELATED:
1. No fuel in tank or fuel valve closed.
2. Choke not in CHOKE position, cold engine.
3. Gasoline with more than 10% ethanol
4. Low quality or deteriorated, old gasoline.
5. Carburetor not primed.
6. Dirty fuel passageways.
7. Carburetor needle stuck.
8. Too much fuel in chamber. This can be
9. Clogged Fuel Filter.
IGNITION (SPARK) RELATED:
1. Spark plug cap not connected securely.
2. Spark plug electrode wet or dirty.
3. Incorrect spark plug gap.
4. Spark plug cap broken.
5. Circuit breaker tripped
6. Incorrect spark timing or
COMPRESSION RELATED:
1. Cylinder not lubricated. Problem after long
2. Loose or broken spark plug. (Hissing
3. Loose cylinder head or damaged
4. Engine valves or tappets
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the equipment or engine.
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possible Causes
used. (E15, E20, E85, etc.)
Fuel can be smelled in the air.
caused by the carburetor needle sticking.
(electric start models only).
faulty ignition system.
storage periods.
noise will occur when trying to start.)
head gasket. (Hissing noise will
occur when trying to start.)
mis-adjusted or stuck.
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probable Solutions
FUEL RELATED:
1. Fill fuel tank with fresh 87+ octane
stabilizer-treated unleaded gasoline and
open fuel valve.
Do not use gasoline with more than
10% ethanol (E15, E20, E85, etc.).
2. Move Choke to CHOKE position.
3. Clean out ethanol rich gasoline from fuel
system. Replace components damaged
by ethanol. Use fresh 87+ octane
stabilizer-treated unleaded gasoline only.
Do not use gasoline with more than
10% ethanol (E15, E20, E85, etc.).
4. Use fresh 87+ octane stabilizer-treated
unleaded gasoline.
Do not use gasoline with more than
10% ethanol (E15, E20, E85, etc.).
5. Pull on Starter Handle to prime.
6. Clean out passageways using
fuel additive. Heavy deposits
may require further cleaning.
7. Gently tap side of carburetor float
chamber with screwdriver handle.
8. Turn Choke to RUN position.
Remove spark plug and pull the start
handle several times to air out the
chamber. Reinstall spark plug and
set Choke to CHOKE position.
9. Replace Fuel Filter.
IGNITION (SPARK) RELATED:
1. Connect spark plug cap properly.
2. Clean spark plug.
3. Correct spark plug gap.
4. Replace spark plug cap.
5. Reset circuit breaker. Check wiring and
starter motor if breaker continues to trip.
6. Have qualified technician diagnose/
repair ignition system.
COMPRESSION RELATED:
1. Pour tablespoon of oil into spark
plug hole. Crank engine a few
times and try to start again.
2. Tighten spark plug. If that does not work,
replace spark plug. If problem persists,
may have head gasket problem, see #3.
3. Tighten head. If that does not remedy
problem, replace head gasket.
4. Have qualified technician diagnose/
repair ignition system.
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i have a 212cc motor on a mini bike i wrecked the other day an cant get it to turn over now why is that ?
The Predator 212cc engine may not turn over after a mini bike accident due to several possible issues:
1. Compression Problems:
- The cylinder may not be lubricated, especially if the bike was stored or unused after the accident. Add a tablespoon of oil into the spark plug hole and crank the engine a few times.
- The spark plug may be loose or broken, causing a hissing noise. Tighten or replace the spark plug.
- A damaged or loose cylinder head or head gasket can also cause hissing and prevent starting. Tighten the head or replace the gasket if needed.
2. Ignition Issues:
- The spark plug cap may be broken. Replace the spark plug cap.
- There may be incorrect spark timing or a faulty ignition system. A qualified technician should diagnose and repair it.
3. Electrical Problems (Electric Start Models Only):
- The circuit breaker may have tripped. Reset the breaker and check wiring or the starter motor.
Check these areas in order and follow all safety precautions during inspection or repair.
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Where does the wife go from the coil on the212 CC engine.
The wire from the ignition coil on the Predator 212cc engine connects to the Stop Engine Switch Subassembly.
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