Specifications

Four Cycle Troubleshooting

As an aid in troubleshooting any piece of equipment, interview the customer, and review

conditions and symptoms of problem. Examine exterior for clues: leaks, excessive dirt,

damaged or new parts.

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.

Improper or

stale fuel

Check if spark plug is

wet or dry

FUEL SYSTEM

Engine Will

Not Start

Defective

spark plug

Wet

Restricted air filter

Carburetion problems

due to flooding, over

priming, etc.*

Ignition system

Review with the

customer proper

priming procedure

(3-5 primes, waiting

2 seconds between

each prime)

Dry

Poor

compression

Check fuel supply and

fuel cap vent

Restriction in fuel

system (filter)

Carburetion problem*

(bad bowl gasket)

If equipped with a

choke, check for full

travel. Check throttle

cable and control for

proper adjustment.