Specifications

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NOTE: Refer to Technician's Handbook for a more
detailed list of remedies.
*Carburetor Troubleshooting use Technician's
Handbook or Carburetor Troubleshooting Booklet,
Form No. 695907. Video No. 695015.
Two Cycle Troubleshooting
As an aid in troubleshooting any piece of equipment, interview the customer, and review conditions and
symptoms of the problem. Examine exterior for clues: leaks, excessive dirt, damaged or new parts.
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Check fuel supply
and fuel cap vent
Wet
Dry
Defective
spark plug
Improper fuel mix
or stale fuel
Carburetion
problems due to
flooding, over
priming, etc.*
Restricted
air filter
Exhaust ports
plugged
Crankcase seals
or gaskets leaking
Ignition System
Damaged reed, port
plugs, seals or
gaskets
Poor
compression
Restriction in
fuel system (filter,
screen)
FUEL SYSTEM
Engine Will
Not Start
Check if spark
plug is wet or dry
Review with customer
priming or choking
procedure
(3-5 primes, if
equipped, waiting 2
seconds between
each prime)
Carburetion problem*
(bad bowl gasket)