Manual

36 STORAGE
• Remove the spark plugs and pour approx i ~ 2 mL
(006 ~ 0_1 cu in) of engine oil through the spark
plug holes then screw the spark plugs inafter turn-
ing the engine a few times. Slowly turn the engine
until you feel the compression then leave it there.
This traps the air inside the cytinde_ and prevents
rust inside the engine
• Wipe the body with oily cloth.
• Wrap the engine with plastic sheeting and store it
in a dry place.
• Change engine oil for next use after period of
storage. Refer to MAINTENANCE chapter for Oil
Change section)
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 37
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
if the engine malfunctions, carefully examine the symptoms and the operating conditions, and use the table
below as a guide to troubleshooting.
Symptom Probable Cause Remedy
Engine won't Insufficient Faulty pistons, cylinders, piston rings, K
sta_ or output is compression and head gaskets
low Faulty valves
Loose spark plugs _ghten properly
Loose cylinder head bolts
No fuel to No fuel in fuel tank Fill fue{ tank
combustion Fuel valve is not in "ON" position. Open fuel va{ve lever.
chamber Clogged fuel filter or tube Change fuel fitter or fuel tube
C{ogged air vent in tank cap Ctean fuei tank cap
Faul_ carburetor K
Spark plugs Over-rich fuellair mixture Open choke.
fouled by fuel Rotate engine with spark plugs
removed to discharge excess fuel.
Clean spark plugs.
Clogged air cleaner Clean
Faulty carburetor K
Incorrect gradeltype of fuel Change fuel
Water in fuel
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