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Page 40 — English
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Engine will not
start. [Make sure
on/stop switch
is in the RUN ( l )
position.]
No spark.
Engine is flooded.
Check spark. Remove air filter cover. Remove spark
plug from cylinder. Reattach the spark plug wire and lay
spark plug on top of cylinder with the metal part of plug
touching the cylinder. Pull the starter grip and watch for
spark at spark plug tip. If there is no spark, repeat test
with a new spark plug.
With the on/stop switch in the OFF position, remove
spark plug. Move choke knob to RUN position (pushed in
completely) and pull starter grip 15 to 20 times. This will
clear excess fuel from engine. Clean and reinstall spark
plug. Set on/stop switch to RUN ( l ) position. Push and
fully release primer bulb 7 times. Pull starter three times
with choke knob at RUN. If engine does not start, move
choke knob to HALF CHOKE and repeat normal starting
procedure. If engine still fails to start, repeat procedure
with a new spark plug.
Engine starts but
will not accelerate
properly.
Carburetor requires
“L” (Low Jet) adjust-
ment.
Contact a qualified service center for carburetor adjust-
ment.
Engine starts, then
dies.
Carburetor requires
“L” (Low Jet) adjust-
ment.
Contact a qualified service center for carburetor adjust-
ment.
Engine starts but
will not run prop-
erly at high speed.
Carburetor requires
“H” (High Jet) adjust-
ment.
Contact a qualified service center for carburetor adjust-
ment.
Engine does not
reach full speed
and/or emits ex-
cessive smoke.
Lubricant/fuel mixture
incorrect.
Air filter is dirty.
Carburetor requires
“H” (High Jet) adjust-
ment.
Use fresh fuel and the correct 2-cycle lubricant mix
ratio.
Clean air filter. Refer to Cleaning the Air Filter in the
Maintenance section of this manual.
Contact a qualified service center for carburetor adjust-
ment.
Engine starts, runs,
and accelerates
but will not idle.
Carburetor requires
adjustment to idle
speed.
Turn idle speed screw “T” clockwise to increase idle
speed. Refer to Adjusting the Carburetor in the
Maintenance section of this manual.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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