Use and Care Manual

ManualsBrandsTomahawk Power ManualsOutdoor Power Equipment5.5 HP Forward Plate Compactor with Water Tank for Asphalt/Aggregate/Cohesive Soil Compaction

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SYMPTOM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

SOLUTION

“Weak in power”

compression is proper

and does not misfire.

Air filter not clean.

Improper level in carburetor.

Clean or replace air filter.

Check float adjustment, re-build

carburetor.

Defective spark plug.

Clean or replace spark plug.

Engine overheats.

Spark plug heat value improper.

Correct type of fuel.

Replace with correct type of spark plug.

Replace with correct type of fuel.

Cooling fins dirty.

Clean cooling fins.

Rotational speed

fluctuates.

Governor adjusted correctly.

Governor spring defective.

Adjust governor.

Replace governor spring.

Fuel flow restricted.

Check entire fuel system for leaks or clogs.

Recoil starter

malfunction.

Recoil mechanism clogged with

dust and dirt.

Spiral spring loose.

Clean recoil assembly with soap

and water.

Replace spiral spring.

4. TECHNICAL DATA

Working Size

(in):

Model A B C D

PC4515 42.1 38.1 21.9 17.7