15. Troubleshooting
The following table shows fault symptoms and describes remedial measures in the event of your machine failing to
work properly. If you cannot localise and rectify the problem with this, please contact your service workshop.
Fault
Engine will not start
Engine is running loudly/
irregularly
No electrical output
Engine will not switch off
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Possible cause
No fuel in the tank
Fuel valve closed
Air filter dirty
On/off switch set to OFF
Pull starter defective
No engine oil
Spark plug dirty
Engine oil level too low
On/off switch for motor operation set
incorrectly
Spark plug dirty
Air filter severely dirty
Fuel contaminated/stale
Choke lever set to CHOKE
Incorrect fuel - diesel instead of petrol
Fault in the a.c. power generator
No socket selected
Ignition switch-off wire defective
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Remedy
Fill the tank up
Open the fuel valve
Clean the air filter
Set the on/off switch to ON
Repair the pull starter
Refill the engine oil
Clean the spark plug
Top up engine oil
Set to the correct position
Clean/replace the spark plug
Clean / replace the air filter
Drain and replace the fuel
Set choke lever to RUN
Drain the fuel and fill with the correct fuel
For service under warranty, inform your
representative
Select socket (see 9.3)
Close the fuel valve and wait until the
engine shuts off; call customer service