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Problem Cause Solution
Engine will not
start
Fuel Related: Fuel Related:
No fuel in tank or fuel valve closed. Fill fuel tank and open fuel valve.
Choke not in CHOKE position, cold
engine.
Move Choke to CHOKE position.
Gasoline with more than 10%
ethanol used. (E15, E20, E85, etc.)
Clean out ethanol rich gasoline
from fuel system. Replace
components damaged by ethanol.
Use fresh 87+ octane unleaded
gasoline only.Do not use gasoline
with more than 10% ethanol (E15,
E20, E85, etc.).
Low quality or deteriorated, old
gasoline.
Use fresh 87+ octane unleaded
gasoline only.Do not use gasoline
with more than 10% ethanol (E15,
E20, E85, etc.).
Carburetor not primed. Pull on Starter Handle to prime.
Dirty fuel passageways. Clean out passageways using fuel
additive. Heavy deposits may
require further cleaning.
Carburetor needle stuck. Fuel can be
smelled in the air.
Gently tap side of carburetor float
chamber with screwdriver handle.
Too much fuel in chamber. This can
be caused by the carburetor needle
sticking.
Turn Choke to RUN position.
Remove spark plug and pull the
start handle several times to air out
the chamber. Reinstall spark plug
and set Choke to CHOKE position.
Clogged Fuel Filter. Replace Fuel Filter.
IGNITION (SPARK) RELATED: IGNITION (SPARK) RELATED:
Spark plug cap not connected
securely.
Connect spark plug cap properly.
Spark plug electrode wet or dirty. Clean spark plug.
Incorrect spark plug gap. Correct spark plug gap.
Spark plug cap broken. Replace spark plug cap.
Incorrect spark timing or faulty
ignition system.
Have qualified technician
diagnose/repair ignition system.
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