38 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Symptom
No spark or
weak spark
Low output
Engine over-
heats
Engine speed
won't increase
◊: Service to be performed by an authorized Kawasaki engine dealer or equally qualified service facility.
M : For Control Panel Switch Type, move the throttle lever on the equipment away from it slow speed end to
turn the engine switch to "START" position.
Probable Cause
Faulty spark plugs
Engine switch is in "OFF" position
Faulty ignition coils
Clogged air cleaner
Air intake screen or cooling air path
clogged with dirt
Insufficient engine oil
Carbon build-up in combustion cham-
ber
Faulty E-governor.
Remedy
Replace spark plugs
Turn engine switch to "START" po-
sition
(See M)
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Replace
Clean
Replenish or change oil
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