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Blower Troubleshooting
Many factors can contribute to or be the sole cause of problems for gas power fans. is
section will identify some of these problems and provide solutions to correct them.
FAN FAILS TO START
• Check for fuel in the tank; make sure the fuel shut o valve is open.
• Check the fuel line to determine if the carburetor is getting fuel.
• Check to see if the fuel tank has been over lled. Too much fuel in the tank, or tilting
the unit too far can clog the charcoal lter located in the fuel cap, inhibiting fuel ow.
• Check the oil level, Honda® engines are quipped with automatic oil alert systems. e
engine will not start if oil is low.
• Check the spark plug for a spark:
1. Remove the spark plug wire, clean any dirt from around the spark plug
base and remove the plug.
2. Install the spark plug into the plug cap.
3. Ground the plug to the engine and pull the starter to see if a spark jumps
the gap. DO NOT HOLD THE SPARK PLUG IN YOUR HANDS; hold the
spark plug cap or wire.
4. If a spark is present, replace the spark plug and wire then try starting the
engine.
5. If the fan still does not start contact Tempest or your local engine
dealer.
POOR FAN PERFORMANCE
• Check the air lter for cleanliness, clean if dirty.
• Make sure the blade is tight.
• If the fuel is more then two months old, replace the fuel with fresh fuel.
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