Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause
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The engine is difficult
to start.
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Engine Problems
The engine smokes
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excessively, runs very
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"rough," runs
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erratically, or cannot
maintain full speed.
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Excessive vibration and
noise.
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Tines will not rotate.
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Tines continue to
rotate when drive
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lever is not engaged.
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Engine will not stop.
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Tines will not cut
properly.
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Frequent engine
stalling.
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Out of fuel.
The engine switch is Off.
The engine is not primed.
The spark plug wire is disconnected.
The spark plug is fouled.
The carburetor is dirty.
The air filter is clogged.
The fuel is contaminated.
No Engine Oil.
Engine oil is not at proper level.
The spark plug is fouled.
The air filter is clogged.
The fuel is contaminated.
The carburetor is out of adjustment.
Loose parts.
Engine problems (above).
Abnormal noise or squeal coming from
belt drive.
Debris interfering with the tines.
Tines are loose.
Improper drive cable adjustment.
Damaged drive belts.
Improper drive cable adjustment.
Damaged drive belts.
Check the switch.
The tines assembled incorrectly.
Excessive tilling speed / depth.
Engine problems (above).
Solution
□ Add fresh fuel.
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Turn the engine switch on.
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Move the choke lever to the ON position.
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Attach spark plug wire to the spark plug.
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Remove spark plug and inspect. Replace if necessary.
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Take the tiller to an authorized service center to clean
the carburetor.
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Remove and clean the air filter.
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Drain and clean the fuel tank. Fill with fresh fuel.
□ Add engine oil.
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Check engine oil, add or drain engine oil if necessary.
Remove spark plug, inspect or replace if necessary.
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Remove and clean air filter.
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Drain and clean the fuel tank. Fill with fresh fuel.
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Take the tiller to an authorized service center to clean
the carburetor.
□ Tighten all fasteners.
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Refer to engine solutions (above).
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Normally due to belt/pulley break in period.
Refer to belt tension adjustment section.
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Remove debris from around tines.
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Replace tine bolts and nuts.
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Refer to "Belt Tension Adjustment" section to
decrease belt tension.
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Replace drive belts.
□ Refer to "Belt Tension Adjustment" Section to
decrease belt tension.
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Replace drive belts.
□ Replace the switch.
□ Refer to "Install the Tines" Section.
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Till at a moderate pace. Make multiple passes.
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Refer to engine solutions (above).
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