Yamaha EF5500EFW - Page 52

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Except for EF5500EFW
ENGINE DOES NOT START
Pull the recoil starter and check the spark
plug for spark strength.
(See “WARNING”)
WARNING
9 To prevent FIRE HAZARDS be sure
fuel is not present in the spark plug
area.
9 To prevent FIRE HAZARDS be sure
to place the spark plug as far way
as possible from the spark plug
hole and carburetor area.
9 To prevent ELECTRIC SHOCK do
not hold spark plug lead with hand
while testing.
OK Does not spark
Turn the engine switch to “7” (ON), then
pull the recoil starter and check if the oil
warning light flickers.
791-001e
Does not flicker Flickers
Check engine oil level.
OK Level low
Consult a
Yamaha dealer.
Add engine oil.
Check the spark plug.
9 Type: BPR4ES (NGK)
9 Gap: 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
Incorrect OK
Replace or
adjust gap.
Clean the spark
plug.
Consult a Yamaha dealer.
Check the following.
9 Fuel line clogging
9 Air filter element clogging
Clogged
OK
Clean or
replace.
OK
Engine does not start.
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