Echo 73125 Owners Manual v.2 - Manual (Page 15)

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Troubleshooting
Problem Probable Cause Suggested Remedies
1. Engine will not start.
2. Engine stalls or stops.
3. Engine overheats.
a) Improper control settings.
b) Lack of fuel.
c) Internal engine problems.
d) Spark plug disconnected.
e) Dirty, stale, or contaminated
gas.
a) Plugged rotor.
b) Vacuuming material too fast
into mchine.
a) Cooling system plugged.
b) Improper oil level
a) Use proper settings.
b) Fill fuel tank.
c) Contact dealer.
d) Connect spark plug.
e) Refill gas tank with fresh, clean
unleaded regular gasoline.
a) Clear rotor.
b) Slow vacuuming rate.
a) Clean cooling fan and fins.
b) Fill engine to correct oil level.
Refer to the engine owners manual.
4. Excessive vibration while
running.
5. Rotor will not turn.
6.Excessive belt wear.
7.Trailer sways during towing.
8.Plugged discharge tube.
a) Drive system vibration.
a) Drive belt too loose or bro-
ken.
b) Plugged rotor.
a) Not using correct belt.
b) Pulley damaged or wore.
c) Pulley not in alignment.
d) Belt tension too loose.
a) Tire air pressure not correct.
a) Engine speed too slow.
b) Vacuuming too much
material into unit.
a) Check drive belts and pulleys for bad or
worn areas.
a) Adjust or replace.
b) Clear rotor.
a) Contact authorized dealer to order Bear
Cat belts.
b) Replace pulley.
c) Align pulley with straight edge.
d) Tighten belt or replace.
a) Check tire sidewall for inflation limits.
a) Increase engine speed.
b) Vacuum debris at a slower rate.