Troubleshooting Table - Poulan Pro PR5020 Manuel D'instructions

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE

a WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended
remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.
TROUBLE
Engine will not start or will run only
a few seconds after starting.
Engine will not idle properly.
Engine will not accelerate, lacks
power, or dies under a load.
Engine smokes excessively.
Chain moves at idle speed.
Clutch cover will not fit properly.
TROUBLESHOOTING
CAUSE
1. Ignition switch off.
2. Engine flooded.
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. Fuel not reaching carburettor.
1. Idle speed requires
adjustment.
2. Carburettor requires
adjustment.
1. Air filter dirty.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Chain brake engaged.
4. Carburettor requires
adjustment.
1. Too much oil mixed with
gasoline.
1. Idle speed requires
adjustment.
2. Clutch requires repair.
1. Chain brake is engaged.
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REMEDY
1. Move ignition switch to ON.
2. See "Difficult Starting" in
STARTING AND STOPPING
Section.
3. Fill tank with correct fuel
mixture.
4. Install new spark plug.
5. Check for dirty fuel filter;
replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel
line; repair or replace.
1. See "Carburettor Adjustment"
in the MAINTENANCE Section.
2. Contact an authorized service
dealer.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or replace plug and
regap.
3. Disengage chain brake.
4. Contact an authorized service
dealer.
1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
1. See "Carburettor Adjustment"
in the MAINTENANCE Section.
2. Contact an authorized service
dealer.
1. See "Resetting the
Chain Brake" in the
TROUBLESHOOTING section.