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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEMS CAUSES Remedy
Engine fails to start. 1. Spark plug wire
disconnected.
2. Out of fuel or stale fuel.
3. Throttle control lever not in
correct starting position.
4. Choke not in ON Position.
5. Blocked fuel line.
6. Fouled spark plug.
7. Engine flooding.
1. Attach spark plug wire securely to
spark plug.
2. Fill with clean, fresh gasoline.
3. Move throttle control lever to start
position.
4. Throttle must be positioned at
choke for a cold start.
5. Clean the fuel line.
6. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
7. Wait a few minutes to restart, but
do not prime.
Engine runs
erratically.
1. Spark plug wire loose.
2. Unit running on CHOKE.
3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
4. Vent plugged.
5. Water or dirt in fuel system.
6. Dirty air cleaner.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2. Move choke lever to OFF.
3. Clean fuel line. Fill tank with clean,
fresh gasoline.
4. Clear vent.
5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
6. Clean or replace air cleaner.
Engine overheats. 1. Engine oil level low.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
3. Air flow restricted
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Clean air cleaner.
3. Remove blower housing and clean.
Engine will not stop when
throttle control is positioned
at stop, or engine speed
does not increase properly
when throttle control
is adjusted.
Debris interfering with throttle
linkage.
Clean dirt and debris.
Compactor is difficult to
control when pounding
(machine jumps or lurches
forward)
Too high engine speed on hard
ground.
Set the throttle lever at lower speed.
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