Use and Care Manual

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Troubleshooting
Problem / Symptom
Reason
Remedy
Engine does not start
Fuel tank is empty
Refill fuel tank.
Wrong type of fuel
Drain tank, change fuel filter,
and refill with the proper fuel.
Old fuel
Drain tank, change fuel filter,
and refill with fresh fuel.
Fuel system not primed
Prime the fuel system.
Fuel filter is restricted or
clogged
Replace fuel filter.
Battery connections are loose
or corroded, or battery is dead
Check battery connections or
replace battery as needed.
Plugged air cleaner or filter
elements
Clean air cleaner or replace filter
elements.
Defective starter motor
Repair or replace.
Inoperative fuel solenoids on
engine
Repair or replace.
Inoperative starter relay
Repair or replace.
Loose or broken electrical
connections
Check connections and tighten or
repair as needed.
Engine stops by itself
Fuel tank is empty
Refill fuel tank.
Fuel filter is restricted or
clogged
Clean or replace.
Loose or broken fuel lines
Check connections and tighten or
repair as needed.
No vibration
Defective vibration switch or poor
connection
Check components and tighten
or repair as needed.
Damaged or disconnected
solenoid on vibration valve
Reconnect or repair
solenoid.
Damaged exciter assembly
Repair the assembly.
Damaged or broken exciter motor
coupling
Repair or replace.
Damaged exciter motor
Repair or replace.
Damaged exciter pump
Repair or replace.
Damaged exciter bearings
Repair or replace.