Compact Power BOXER 427W

Questions and Answers

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April DanielsAug 25, 2025
Why does my Compact Power BOXER 427W Compact Loader engine overheat?
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  griffithmichelleAug 25, 2025
  Your Compact Power Compact Loader engine may overheat due to: * Excessive engine load. Reduce ground speed or the speed of the attachment. * Low engine oil level in the crankcase. Add the appropriate engine oil to the crankcase, referring to the engine manual for oil specifications. * Cooling fins and air passages under the engine blower housing are plugged. Remove any obstructions from the cooling fins and air passages.
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pjohnsonAug 26, 2025
What causes a Compact Power BOXER 427W Compact Loader engine to lose power?
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  Bradley McdowellAug 27, 2025
  A Compact Power Compact Loader engine can lose power for several reasons: * Low crankcase oil level. Add engine oil. * High crankcase oil level. Drain engine oil and replace with the proper quantity. * Dirty air cleaner element. Clean the air filter separator tube. * Dirt or water in the fuel system. Drain the fuel system and replace with fresh, clean fuel. * Excessive engine load. Reduce engine load. * Engine overheated. Clean cooling fins and remove any debris from around the engine. * Faulty spark plugs. Replace spark plugs. * Exhaust restriction. Clean the spark arrestor. * Low battery. Replace battery.
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mitchellrogerAug 27, 2025
How to fix Compact Power BOXER 427W engine that cranks but will not start?
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  Christina AguilarAug 28, 2025
  If your Compact Power Compact Loader engine cranks but won't start, consider these potential causes: * Empty fuel tanks: Fill fuel tanks. * Fuel shut-off valves closed: Open both fuel shut off valves. * Poor fuel, dirt or water in the fuel system: Drain fuel system and replace with fresh, clean fuel. * Clogged fuel line: Clean or replace fuel lines. * Spark plug leads disconnected: Check to make sure that both spark plug leads are securely attached to the spark plug and that they are not damaged. * Faulty spark plugs: Replace spark plugs. * Battery connected backwards: Remove battery connections and reinstall.
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amitchellAug 29, 2025
What to do if Compact Power Compact Loader engine starts but does not keep running?
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  Melinda JohnsonAug 30, 2025
  If your Compact Power Compact Loader engine starts but doesn't continue running, check the following: * Restricted fuel tank cap vent: Clean the fuel tank cap. * Poor fuel, dirt, or water in the fuel system: Drain the fuel system and replace with fresh, clean fuel. * Leaking/cracked vacuum hose to fuel pump: Replace hose.
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Jennifer ParkAug 31, 2025
How to troubleshoot Compact Power BOXER 427W engine that starts hard?
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  Sabrina TerrellSep 1, 2025
  If your Compact Power Compact Loader engine starts hard, consider the following: * Auxiliary control lever is in either Forward or Reverse position. Move the control lever to the Neutral position. * Dirt or water in the fuel system. Drain fuel system and replace with fresh, clean fuel. * Clogged fuel line. Clean or replace fuel lines. * Loose or faulty wires or connections. Tighten connections. * Faulty spark plugs. Replace spark plugs. * Engine overheated-cooling/ air circulation restricted. Clean cooling fins and remove any debris from around engine. * Quality of fuel. Drain fuel system and replace with fresh, clean fuel.
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Stacie GraySep 2, 2025
What causes a Compact Power BOXER 427W Compact Loader engine to run but miss?
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  Roy OwenSep 2, 2025
  If your Compact Power Compact Loader engine runs but misses, it could be due to: * Dirt or water in the fuel system. Drain fuel system and replace with fresh, clean fuel. * Spark plug lead disconnected. Check to make sure that both spark plug leads are securely attached to the spark plug and that they are not damaged. * Poor quality of fuel. Drain fuel system and replace with fresh, clean fuel. * Faulty spark plug(s). Replace spark plugs. * Loose wires or connections that intermittently ground the ignition kill circuit. Tighten connections. * Engine overheated. Clean cooling fins and remove any debris from around engine.
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Aimee TerrySep 4, 2025
What causes abnormal engine vibration in a Compact Power Compact Loader?
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  Edward DeanSep 4, 2025
  Abnormal engine vibration in your Compact Power Compact Loader is often due to loose engine mounting bolts. Tighten the engine mounting bolts to resolve this issue.
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Christopher BrownSep 6, 2025
What to do if my Compact Power BOXER 427W Compact Loader engine will not idle?
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  Sara RogersSep 6, 2025
  If your Compact Power Compact Loader engine will not idle, consider the following: * Dirt or water in the fuel system. Drain fuel system and replace with fresh, clean fuel. * Stale fuel and/or gum in carburetor. Drain fuel system and replace with fresh, clean fuel. * Faulty spark plugs. Replace spark plugs. * Fuel supply inadequate. Fill fuel tanks. * Open both fuel valves. Open both fuel valves. * Open vent on fuel tank cap. Open vent on fuel tank cap.
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David RamirezSep 8, 2025
What causes Compact Power Compact Loader engine to overheat?
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  Marie WelchSep 8, 2025
  A Compact Power Compact Loader engine can overheat due to: * Air intake/grass screen, cooling fins, or cooling shrouds clogged. Clean cooling fins and remove any debris from around the engine. * Excessive engine load. Reduce the load on the engine. * Low crankcase oil level. Add engine oil. * High crankcase oil level. Drain engine oil and replace with the proper quantity.
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collinsgloriaSep 10, 2025
Why is my Compact Power BOXER 427W engine knocking?
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  thomasmichaelSep 10, 2025
  Your Compact Power Compact Loader engine may be knocking due to: * Excessive engine load. Reduce engine load. * Low crankcase oil level. Add engine oil. * Old or improper fuel. Drain fuel system and replace with fresh, clean fuel. * Quality of fuel. Drain fuel system and replace with fresh, clean fuel. * Incorrect grade of oil. Drain engine oil and replace with the proper grade of oil.