Gardeo GMTBT38HP35BS Mode D'emploi page 39

Problem
1. Spark plug wire disconnected.
2. Out of fuel or stale fuel.
3. Throttle control lever not in correct
4. Choke not in ON Position.
Engine fails to
5. Blocked fuel line.
start.
6. Fouled spark plug.
7. Engine flooding.
8. Tine clutch control not in neutral
1. Spark plug wire loose.
2. Unit running on CHOKE.
3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
Engine runs
4. Vent plugged.
erratically.
5. Water or dirt in fuel system.
6. Dirty air cleaner.
7. Improper carburetor adjustment.
1. Engine oil level low.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
Engine overheats.
3. Air flow restricted.
4. Carburetor not adjusted properly.
Engine will not
stop when throttle
control is positioned
1. Debris interfering with throttle linkage.
at stop, or engine
2. Improper throttle linkage adjustment.
speed does not
increase properly
w h e n t h r o t t l e
control is adjusted.
Tiller moves forward
Tine clutch control not in neutral position.
during starting.
Tiller is difficult to
control when tilling
1. Improper tilling depth setting.
(machine jumps or 2. Too high engine speed on hard ground.
lurches forward).
1. Foreign object lodged in tines.
2. Tine clevis pin(s) missing.
3. Belt worn and/or stretched.
Tines do not engage.
4. Pulley and idler not in correct.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Cause
starting position.
position.
adjustment.
Remedy
1. Attach spark plug wire securely to
spark plug.
2. Fill with clean, fresh gasoline.
3. Move throttle control lever to start
position.
4. Chock must be positioned at CHOKE
for a cold start.
5. Clean the fuel line.
6. Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
7. Wait a few minutes to restart, but do
not prime.
8. Tine clutch control lever must be
released to neutral to start the engine.
1. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
2. Move choke lever to OFF.
3. Clean fuel line. Fill tank with clean,
fresh gasoline.
4. Clear vent.
5. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
6. Clean or replace air cleaner.
7. Refer to Engine Manual .
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Clean air cleaner.
3. Remove blower housing and clean.
4. Refer to Engine Manual .
1. Clean dirt and debris.
2. Refer to Engine Manual to check and
adjust throttle linkage.
Tine clutch control lever must be released
to neutral to start the engine.
1. Raise the tines for shallower tilling by
raising the depth regulator rod.
2. Set the throttle lever at lower speed.
1. Stop tiller completely, check and discard
foreign object.
2. Replace tine clevis pin(s).
3. Replace belt.
4. Contact dealer.