To examine the blades
1. Remove the screw from the gearbox.
2. Put the combination wrench in the gearbox
and turn clockwise and counterclockwise.
Make sure that the blades move freely.
3. Examine the edges of the blades for
damages and deformation.
4. Use a file to remove burrs on the blades.
5. Install in the opposite sequence.
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
The engine does not start
Problem Possible cause Recommended step
Starter pawls The starter pawls can-
not move freely.
Adjust or replace the starter pawls.
Clean around the starter pawls.
Speak to an approved servicing dealer.
Fuel tank Incorrect fuel type. Drain it and use correct fuel.
Carburetor Incorrect idle speed. Adjust the idle speed.
No spark The spark plug is dirty
or wet.
Make sure that the spark plug is dry and clean.
Incorrect electrode
gap.
Clean the spark plug. Make sure that the elec-
trode gap of the spark plug is correct. Make
sure that the spark plug is installed with a sup-
pressor.
Refer to
#
for correct electrode gap.
Spark plug The spark plug is
loose.
Tighten the spark plug.
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