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TROUBLESHOOTING
Good maintenance will extend the life of the power tiller. Prolonged or constant use may require more intensive
maintenance for the machine to continue to function properly. The table includes some of the most common
problems, their causes and remedies.
PROBLEM
Engine will not start
The engine runs
irregularly during
operation
It's hard for the
engine to start
The engine lacks
power
The engine does
not stop when the
control is in the stop
position.
Handlebar moves
forward during
ignition
It's difficult
to control the
handlebars when
you're ploughing
The burs turn but
the wheels don't
turn.
The teeth spin, the
wheels spin, but the
tiller doesn't move.
Belts are in neutral
or reverse position
•
Add fuel to the tank
•
Connecting the spark plug wire
•
The throttle must be in the throttle position for a cold start.
•
Clean or replace the air filter
•
Drain the old fuel and replace it with a new one.
•
Make sure that the spark plug wire is connected correctly.
•
The safety control levers must be in a neutral position to start the engine.
•
Raise the cutters to work at a shallower depth (using a depth adjuster)
•
Remove and clean the fuel tank
•
Clean or replace the air filter
•
Carburettor setting is incorrect, have the engine serviced.
•
Replace the spark plug and adjust the distance
•
Drain and refill the tank and carburetor
•
Check and adjust the throttle
•
The safety control levers must be in neutral position to start the engine.
•
Set the wheels to the working position
•
Raise the burs for shallower ploughing
•
Put the wheels in working position
•
If internal transmission fails, contact your dealer
•
Lower the tines to deepen by raising the depth setting lever
•
Turn off the engine and let it cool down
•
Disconnect the spark plug wire
•
Pull down the safety control levers
•
Replace the spark plug strap and cable
SOLUTION