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TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUSE ACTION
Old fuel Drain fuel tank and add fresh fuel
Improper carburetor adjustment Take to an authorized service dealer for an adjustment
Fouled spark plug Replace or clean the spark plug
CAUSE ACTION
Empty fuel tank Fill fuel tank with fresh fuel
Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough Press primer bulb fully and slowly 10 times
Engine is flooded Squeeze the trigger and pull the starter rope
Old fuel Drain fuel tank and add fresh fuel
Fouled spark plug Replace or clean the spark plug
ENGINE WILL NOT START
ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE / LOW IDLE SPEED
ENGINE WILL NOT ACCELERATE
ENGINE LACKS POWER OR STALLS WHEN CUTTING
CAUSE ACTION
Air filter is plugged Replace or clean the air filter
Old fuel Drain fuel tank and add fresh fuel
Improper carburetor adjustment Adjust according to the Carburetor Adjustments section
CAUSE ACTION
Old fuel Drain fuel tank and add fresh fuel
Improper carburetor adjustment Take to an authorized service dealer for an adjustment
Tines bound with material Stop the engine and clean the tines
Dirty air filter Clean or replace the air filter
If further assistance is required, contact your local authorized service dealer.
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