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PART V: Troubleshooting and Parts List

Most problems are easy to fix. Consult the Troubleshooting Table below for common

problems and their solutions. If you continue to experience problems, contact DK2POWER

in LAS VEGAS at 702-331-5353 8-4 PST

WARNING

Before performing any maintenance procedure or inspection, stop the engine, wait five

minutes to allow all parts to cool. Disconnect the spark plug wire, keeping it away from the

spark plug.

Troubleshooting Table

SYMPTOM

The engine won't start.

(Please refer to the

engine user manual for

engine-specific

procedures.)

The engine lacks power

or is not running

smoothly.

(Please refer to the

engine user manual

for engine-specific

procedures.)

Engine smokes.

(Please refer to the

engine user manual

for engine-specific

procedures.)

Machine does not seem

to have full grinding

power.

Part VI: Troubleshooting and Parts List

POSSIBLE CAUSE

➢

Is the SAFETY BAR HELD DOWN to engage the safety cutoff switch?

➢ Is the fuel shut-off valve on? SLIDE THE LEVER ALL THE WAY TO THE RIGHT.

➢ Are you using fresh, clean gas? If the gas is old, change it. Use a fuel stabilizer if you keep gas

longer than 30 days.

➢ Is the spark plug clean? If the spark plug is dirty or cracked, change it. If it's oily, leave it out, hold

a rag over the plug hole and pull the recoil cord several times to blow out any oil in the cylinder,

then wipe off the plug and reinsert it.

➢

Check that the Throttle Lever is in the "RABBIT" position. TURN OFF THE CHOKE.

➢

Is the air filter clean? If it's dirty, change it following the procedure in the engine manufacturer's

owner's manual.

➢

Is the spark plug clean? If it's fouled or cracked, change it. If it's oily, leave it out, hold a rag over

the plug hole and pull your recoil cord several times to blow out any oil in the cylinder,

wipe off the plug and reinsert it.

➢

Are you using fresh, clean unleaded gas? If it's old, change it. Use a fuel stabilizer if you keep gas

longer than 30 days.

➢

Does your engine have the right amount of clean oil? If it's dirty, change it following the

procedure in the engine manufacturer's owner's manual.

➢

Check the oil level and adjust as needed.

➢

Check the oil level and adjust as needed.

➢

Check the air filter and clean or replace if needed.

➢

You may be using the wrong oil—too light for the temperature. Refer to your Engine Owner's

Manual for detailed information.

➢

Clean the cooling fins if they're dirty.

➢

The belts may be too loose and slipping. Adjust or replace belts as need.

➢

The teeth may be dull or broken, replace.

➢

Run engine at full RPM when grinding.

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