TROUBLESHOOTING
The table includes some of the most common problems, their causes and remedies.
PROBLEM
Engine does not
start
The engine runs
irregularly during
operation:
Engine is hard to
start:
The engine lacks
power:
The engine does
not stop when the
control is in the
"stop" position:
Handlebars move
forward during
ignition:
Blades do not
rotate:
•
Add fuel to the tank
•
Connect spark plug wire
•
the throttle must be in the START position for a cold start.
•
Clean and maintain the carburetor and its internal components.
•
Make sure that the fuel is not more than 15 days old.
•
Clean or replace the air filter
•
Perform cleaning and maintenance of the carburetor and its internal
components.
•
Make sure that the fuel is not more than 15 days old.
•
Drain the old fuel and replace it with new fuel.
•
Make sure that the spark plug wire is perfectly connected.
•
The safety control levers must be in a neutral position to start the engine.
•
Perform cleaning and maintenance of the carburetor and its internal
components.
•
Make sure that the fuel is not more than 15 days old.
•
Raise the cutters to till shallower (by means of depth regulator).
•
Remove and clean the fuel tank
•
Clean or replace the air filter
•
Carburetor adjustment is incorrect, take engine for service
•
Replace spark plug and adjust clearance
•
Drain and refill the fuel tank and carburetor.
•
Perform cleaning and maintenance of carburetor and internal components
•
Make sure that the fuel is not more than 15 days old.
•
Check and adjust throttle
•
Safety control levers must be in neutral position to start the engine.
•
It is difficult to control the handlebars when tilling:
•
Put the wheels in tilling position.
•
Raise cutters for shallower tilling.
•
Check belt tensionCheck that the belt has not come off the pulleys.
•
Replace the complete drive
SOLUTION
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