Power Fist 7 HP 212CC OHV Manuel D'instructions page 22

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DISPOSAL
Recycle an engine damaged beyond repair at the appropriate facility.
Contact your local municipality for a list of disposal facilities or by-laws for
electronic devices, batteries, oil or other toxic liquids.
IMPORTANT! DO NOT pollute the environment by allowing uncontrolled
discharge of waste oil.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Visit a Princess Auto Ltd. location for a solution if the engine does not function
properly or parts are missing. If unable to do so, have a qualified technician
service the engine.
Problem(s)
Engine will not
start.
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7 HP 212cc OHV Gas Engine with Electric Start
Possible Cause(s)
1. Engine is cold.
2. Fuel valve in OFF
position.
3. Engine switch is in OFF
position
4. Engine oil is low.
5. Out of fuel.
6. Bad fuel, engine stored
without treating or
draining gasoline or
refueled with bad
gasoline
7. Spark plug is faulty or
improperly gapped.
8. Engine is flooded
9. Spark plug fouled/fails to
produce a spark.
10. Fuel filter restricted,
carburetor malfunction,
ignition malfunction,
valves stuck, etc.
Suggested Solution(s)
1. Move choke to CLOSED position
until warm, then move to the OPEN
position.
2. Move to ON position
3. Move to ON position
4. Fill with the recommended oil to
the proper level.
5. Refuel
6. Drain fuel tank and carburetor.
Refuel with fresh gasoline.
7. Gap or replace spark plug
8. Move choke to OPEN/RUN position
and attempt to start the engine.
9. Remove and clean spark plug.
Check electrode spacing and set
the gap to the correct dimension.
Replace spark plug if damaged.
Ensure the spark lead is installed
and wire is connected.
10. Replace or repair faulty
components as needed. Contact
Princess Auto Ltd or take engine to
an authorized service center if
necessary.
For technical questions call 1-800-665-8685
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