LCT 208cc - General Troubleshooting

Rev:072409 Copyright © 2009 Liquid Combustion Technology, LLC LCT Engine Service Manual: 208cc, 291cc & 414cc 6
General Troubleshooting
Engine stops running:
1.Hasthefuelbeingusedbeenpurchasedwithinthelastthreemonthsandwasitstoredinaplasticcontainer?
 Remedy:Replaceoldfuelwithnewfuel.
2. Is the air lter dirty?
 Remedy:Replaceairlterelementifdirty.Cleanprelterofanydirtordust.
3. Wastheenginechoked?
 Remedy:Whenstartingtheenginethechokelevershouldbepushedlefttotheonposition
and after starting pushed right to the off position. If engine still does not start move to half
choke and pull twice.
4. Is the spark plug corroded?
 Remedy:RemovesparkplugandreplacewithanyoftheplugslistedunderSparkPlugService,pg.9.
• NOTICE
Using an incorrect spark plug may cause engine damage.
5.Hastheenginerunoutoffuel?
 Remedy:Refuelengine.
6. Is the fuel petcock turned to the on position?
 Remedy:Turntotheonposition.
7. Is the throttle set too low (variable speed models only)?
 Remedy:Increasethethrottle.
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