Specifications

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NOTE: Refer to Technician's Handbook, Form No. 692508 for a more detailed list.
*Carburetor Troubleshooting use Technician's Handbook or Carburetor Troubleshooting Booklet,
Form No. 695907.
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. Follow safety precautions
when working with the fuel system. See page 2-J. Avoid Gasoline Fires.
FUEL SYSTEM
Engine Will
Not Start
Check if spark
plug is wet or dry
Wet Dry
Defective
spark plug
Review with customer
priming or choking
procedure
(3-5 primes, if equipped,
waiting 2 seconds
between each prime)
Restricted
air filter
Improper fuel mix
or stale fuel
Carburetion problem*
(bad bowl gasket)
Sheared or partially
sheared flywheel key
Check fuel supply
and fuel cap vent
Carburetion problems
due to flooding, over
priming, etc.*
Restriction in
fuel system
(filter, screen)
Ignition System
Poor
compression
Crankcase seals
or gaskets leaking
Damaged reed, port
plugs, seals or gaskets
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