Hayter Mowers Motif 434E - Manual (Page 28)

TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE FAULT REMEDY
Engine will not turn over Incorrect oil level. Check oil level.
Obstruction under deck. Remove obstruction.
Engine smokes Excess oil level. Check oil level.
Air cleaner cartridge oil Service air cleaner.
soaked or blocked.
Engine runs then stops Fuel starvation. Fill fuel tank.
Fuel valve off. Turn to on Position.
Fuel cap vent blocked. Clean fuel cap vent.
Engine will not start Engine brake on Release engine brake.
Engine under load. Raise height of cut.
Fuel starvation. Fill fuel tank.
Fuel valve off. Turn to on Position.
Engine cold. Put throttle to choke position.
Incorrect/contaminated fuel. Drain fuel tank and fill with
correct fuel.
Spark plug lead disconnected. Connect spark plug lead.
Faulty spark plug. Clean and adjust gap or replace.
Wiring fault. Check wiring.
Engine runs rough Spark plug lead becoming Connect spark plug lead.
disconnected in use.
Faulty spark plug. Clean and adjust gap or replace.
Air cleaner blocked. Service air cleaner.
Incorrect/contaminated fuel. Drain tank and fill with correct fuel.
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