Ariens 946101-ST622 - Manual (Page 16)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Engine will
not start or
runs poorly 1. Spark plug wire disconnected.
2. Engine not primed
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Throttle control lever not in
correct position.
5. Engine is flooded.
6. Defective or incorrectly gapped
spark plug.
7. Stale or contaminated gasoline.
8. Engine cooling system
overloaded with debris.
9. Dirty carburetor or fuel line.
10.Dirty air filter or precleaner.
11. Carburetor out of adjustment.
1. Connect spark plug wire.
2. Prime engine.
3. Add fuel to the fuel tank.
4. See Engine Manual.
5. Wait several minutes before
attempting to start.
6. Replace or regap spark plug.
7. Drain fuel tank and refill with
fresh gasoline.
8. Clean debris screen and
cooling fins.
9. Clean carburetor or fuel line.
See Engine Manual.
10.Replace air filter or
precleaner.
11. See Engine Manual or
contact your dealer.
Engine
overheats 1. Engine cooling system
overloaded with debris.
2. Carburetor out of adjustment.
1. Clean engine screen and
cooling fins.
2. See Engine Manual or
contact your dealer.
Poor
trimming
performance 1. Engine not set at Fast speed. 1. Set engine throttle to Fast
position.
Trimmer
vibrates 1. Cutter line lengths are too
uneven.
2. Loose hardware.
1. Trim or adjust cutter line to
equal lengths. Replace if
necessary.
2. Check all bolts and nuts,
including engine mounting
hardware, for tightness.