pro.point 8628265 - Troubleshooting; Engine Will Not Start; Engine Lacks Power

8628265 420CC OHV GAS ENGINE WITH ELECTRIC START V 1.0
TROUBLESHOOTING
Visit a Princess Auto Ltd. location for a solution if the engine does
not function properly or parts are missing. If unable to do so, have
a qualified technician service the engine.
PROBLEM(S)
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)
SUGGESTED SOLUTION(S)
Engine will not
start.
1. Engine is cold.
2. Fuel valve in OFF
position.
3. Engine switch is in OFF
position
4. Engine oil is low.
5. Out of fuel.
6. Bad fuel, engine stored
without treating or
draining gasoline or
refueled with bad
gasoline
7. Spark plug is faulty or
improperly gapped.
8. Engine is flooded
9. Spark plug fouled/fails
to produce a spark.
malfunction, ignition
malfunction, valves
stuck, etc.
1. Move choke to CLOSED
position until warm, then
move to the OPEN
position.
2. Move to ON position
3. Move to ON position
4. Fill with the
recommended oil to the
proper level.
5. Refuel
6. Drain fuel tank and
carburetor. Refuel with
fresh gasoline.
7. Gap or replace spark plug
8. Move choke to
OPEN/RUN position and
attempt to start the
engine.
9. Remove and clean spark
plug. Check electrode
spacing and set the gap
to the correct dimension.
Replace spark plug if
damaged. Ensure the
spark lead is installed and
wire is connected.
Engine will not
start
continued.
10. Fuel filter restricted,
carburetor
10. Replace or repair faulty
components as needed.
Contact Princess Auto
Ltd or take engine to an
authorized service center
if necessary.
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