Troubleshooting
Problem Cause i Remedy
Engine runs erratic
Occasional skips
(hesitates) at
high speed
Unit does not discharge
1. Spark plug boot loose.
2. Unit running on CHOKE (if equipped).
3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
4. Lowengine RPM.
5. Water or dirt in fuel system.
6. Dirty air cleaner.
7. Carburetor out of adjustment.
1. Spark plug gap too close.
2. Carburetor idle mixture adjustment
improperly set.
1. Discharge area clogged.
2. Foreign object lodged in impeller.
3. Lowengine RPM.
4. Vacuum bag is full.
1. Connectand tighten spark plug boot.
2. Move choke lever to OFF position.
3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh
gasoline.
4. Always run engine at full throttle (if
equipped).
5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
6. Refertoengine manual.
7. See authorized service dealer.
1. Remove spark plug and adjust gap to .030".
2. See authorized service dealer.
2_
Stop engine immediately and disconnect
spark plug wire. Clean flail screen and inside
of discharge opening.
Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire.
Remove lodged object.
3_
4. Empty bag.
Always run engine at full throttle.