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Troubleshooting – Poulan Pro PP4300 User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

Engine will not start

Engine switch is OFF

Turn engine switch to ON.

No fuel

Fill fuel tank.

Oil level is low

Check engine oil level and fill, if necessary

Check spark plug condition

Replace spark plug.

Fuel is not reaching carburetor

Clean fuel sediment cup.

Fuel valve is in OFF position

Move fuel valve to ON position

AC receptacle does not work

Circuit breaker is OFF

Turn ON the AC circuit breaker.

Item plugged in is defective

Try a different item.

Generator makes a "park knock"or

" inging noise

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An occasional light "nocking" or

" inging under heavy load is not

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a cause for concern. However, if

the knocking or pinging occurs

under normal load at a steady

engine speed, the problem may

be with the brand of gasoline

being used.

Switch to a different brand of gasoline,

making sure that the octane rating is 86 or

higher. If problem continues, contact your

nearest authorized service center.

If problem persists after trying the above solutions, please call 1-

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for your nearest authorized service center.

800 849 1297

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