8658973
ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem(s)
Possible Cause(s)
1. Engine is cold.
Engine will not
start.
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
7. Spark plug is faulty or
8. Engine is flooded
9. Spark plug fouled/fails to
10. Fuel filter restricted,
1. Power cord damaged
Engine will not
start, electric
2. Battery dead.
start.
3. Fuse tripped.
3. Breaker tripped.
1. Filter element(s) restricted.
Engine lacks
power.
2. Stale fuel, engine stored
3. Fuel filter restricted, carburetor
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Gasoline Post Driver
treating or draining gasoline,
or refueled with bad gasoline
improperly gapped.
produce a spark.
carburetor malfunction,
ignition malfunction, valves
stuck, etc.
without treating or draining
ethanol based gasoline.
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
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.
1. Repair or replace power cord.
2. Recharge or replace battery.
3. Replace fuse.
3. Reset breaker.
1. Clean or replace filter element(s).
2. Drain fuel tank and carburetor.
Refuel with fresh gasoline.
3. 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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