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Problem
Cause
Remedy
Engine fails to start
1. Spark plug wire disconnected.
2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
3. Choke, if equipped, not in CHOKE
Position
4. Faulty spark plug.
5. Blocked fuel line.
6. Engine (if equipped with a primer)
not primed properly.
7. Throttle control lever not in correct
starting position.
1. Connect wire to spark plug.
2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
3. Move choke to CHOKE position.
4. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
5. Clean Fuel line.
6. Prime engine.
7. Move throttle lever to FAST
position.
Engine runs erratic
1. Unit running with CHOKE
applied, if so equipped.
2. Spark plug wire loose.
3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system.
5. Dirty air cleaner.
6. Carburetor not adjusted properly.
1. Move choke lever to OFF position.
2. Connect and tighten spark plug
wire
3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean,
fresh (less than 30 days old)
gasoline.
4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh
fuel.
5. Clean or replace air cleaner.
6. See authorized service dealer.
Engine Overheats
1. Engine oil level low.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
3. Carburetor not adjusted properly.
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Clean or replace air cleaner.
3. See authorized service dealer.
Cylinder rod will not
move
1. Broken drive shaft.
2. Set screws in coupling not adjusted
properly.
3. Loose shaft coupling.
4. Gear sections damaged.
5. Damaged relief valve.
6. Hydraulic lines blocked.
7. Incorrect oil level.
8. Damaged directional valve.
9. Blocked directional valve.
1. See authorized service dealer.
2. See operator’s manual for correct
adjustment.
3. Correct engine/pump alignment as
necessary.
4. See authorized service dealer.
5. See authorized service dealer.
6. Flush and clean hydraulic system.
7. Check oil level.
8. See authorized service dealer.
9. Flush and clean hydraulic system.
Troubleshooting