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Engine troubleshooting guide, Owner’s manual, 17 en – Pro Boat PRB09003 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual

Engine Troubleshooting Guide

Problem

Possible Cause

Solution

Engine does not start

Out of fuel

Refill the tank and follow starting instructions

Engine flooded

Remove the spark plug. Pull the starter cord in a

quick continuous motion. Replace and test

Fuel mixture is old or bad

Mix fresh fuel per instructions

Spark plug is not working

Repair or replace the spark plug

Throttle servo failed/Setup is wrong

Check servo operation. Set it to neutral and reset

the linkage according to your radio and model

manufacturer’s specifications

Carburetor is incorrectly adjusted

Return the carburetor to the factory settings and

retune if necessary

Engine stop switch is malfunctioning

Check and replace the stop switch if necessary

Piston and cylinder is worn

Check the piston and cylinder for wear or damage

and replace if necessary

Wiring is disconnected or damaged

Connect wiring, repair or replace damaged parts

Receiver switch is off

Power on receiver switch

Engine starts then stalls

Out of fuel

Refill the tank and follow starting instructions

Engine may be overheated

Let the engine cool. Reset the carburetor to factory

settings and restart

Engine idle is too low

Follow the instructions to increase idle speed

Carburetor is incorrectly adjusted

Return the carburetor to the factory settings and

retune if necessary

Clutch is slipping or locked-up

Repair or replace the clutch

Fuel mixture is old or bad

Mix fresh fuel per instructions

Throttle servo is improperly set up

Set the servo to neutral and reset the linkage

according to radio and model manufacturer’s

specifications

Clutch or flex shaft cannot turn

Repair or replace damaged parts

Engine is running, but

vehicle does not move

Clutch is slipping or locked-up

Replace damaged parts

Clutch or flex shaft is damaged

Replace damaged parts

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