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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Engine will not start. No spark. Clean or replace spark plug. Reset spark
plug gap. Refer to Spark Plug Replacement
earlier in this manual.
[Make sure ignition switch Engine is flooded. With the ignition switch OFF, remove spark
is in the RUN(I) position]. plug. Move choke lever to run position
(pushed in completely) and pull starter cord
15 to 20 times. This will clear excess fuel from
engine. Clean and reinstall spark plug. Set
ignition switch to run ( l ) position. Push and
fully release primer bulb 7 times. Pull starter
three times with choke lever at run. If engine
does not start, move choke lever to FULL
choke and repeat normal starting procedure.
If engine still fails to start, repeat procedure
with a new spark plug.
Engine starts but will not Carburettor requires “L” Contact an authorised service centre for
accelerate properly. (Low jet) adjustment. carburettor adjustment.
Engine starts, then dies. Carburettor requires “L” (Low Jet) Contact an authorised service centre for
adjustment. carburettor adjustment.
Engine starts but will not run Carburettor requires “H” Contact an authorised service centre for
properly at high speed. (High jet) adjustment. carburettor adjustment.
Engine does not reach full speed Lubricant/fuel mixture incorrect. Use fresh fuel and the correct 2-cycle
and/or emits excessive smoke. lubricant mix ratio.
Air filter dirty. Clean air filter. Refer to Cleaning the Air
Filter in the Maintenance section of this
manual.
Spark arrester screen dirty. Clean spark arrestor screen. Refer to
Inspecting/Cleaning the Spark Arrestor
Screen
in the Maintenance section of
this manual.
Carburettor requires “H” Contact an authorized service centre for
(High jet) adjustment. carburettor adjustment.
Engine starts, runs, and Carburettor requires adjustment Turn idle speed screw “T” clockwise to
accelerates but will not idle. to idle speed. increase idle speed. Refer to Adjusting the
Carburettor in the Maintenance section of
this manual.
Chain turns at idle. Carburettor requires adjustment Turn idle speed screw “T” counter clockwise
to idle speed. to decrease speed. Refer to Adjusting the
Carburettor in the Maintenance section of
his manual.
Air leak in the intake system. Contact an authorised service centre for a
rebuild kit.
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