TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Engine will not start.
Engine starts but will not
accelerate.
Engine starts but will only run at
high speed at high choke.
Engine does not reach full speed
Engine starts, runs, and
accelerates but will not idle.
English
Possible cause
No spark.
No fuel.
Starter rope now harder to pull than
when new.
Old fuel.
Spark arrestor screen is dirty.
Idle speed screw on carburetor
Solution
The spark plug may be damaged, remove it and check
for dirt and cracks. Replace with a new spark plug.
Push primer bulb until bulb is full of fuel. If bulb does
Remove spark plug, turn blower so spark plug hole is
aimed at the ground. Adjust the choke lever to "
" position and pull starter cord 10-15 times. This will
before restarting. Pull starter 3 times with choke lever
at "
". If engine does not start, rotate choke lever to
"
" position and repeat normal starting procedure. If
engine still fails to start, repeat procedure with a new
spark plug.
over 30 days old may prevent the unit from starting.
earlier in this manual.