EarthQuake 600050B - Manual (Page 18)

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Operator's Manual
Trimmer Mower 600050 Series
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
NOTE: Please see the engine manual for a full troubleshooting guide for any engine issues.
Trouble Cause Correction
Engine does not start Spark plug wire disconnected Connect spark plug wire
Engine not primed Prime engine
Defective or incorrectly gapped spark plug Inspect or replace spark plug
Fuel tank empty Add fuel
Dirty carburetor or fuel line Clean carburetor or fuel line
Dirty air filter Replace air filter
Carburetor out of adjustment For carburetor adjustment, take the unit to an
authorized service center
Engine flooded Wait several minutes before starting
Throttle control lever in incorrect position Move throttle lever to FAST or START position
Stale gasoline Drain old gasoline and add fresh gas
Defective throttle control lever or wire Inspect lever and wire. Replace if damaged or defective.
Engine runs poorly Bad spark plug Replace spark plug
Dirty air filter Replace air filter
Carburetor out of adjustment For carburetor adjustment, take the unit to an
authorized service center
Stale gasoline Drain old gasoline and add fresh gas
Engine cooling system clogged Clean debris screen and engine cooling fins
Engine overheats Engine cooling system clogged Clean debris screen and engine cooling fins
Carburetor out of adjustment For carburetor adjustment, take the unit to an
authorized service center
Oil level is low Add oil
Engine will not stop
running
Defective throttle control lever or wire Inspect and replace damaged parts
Throttle not adjusted properly Move throttle to the full OFF position
Poor trimming
performance
Trimmer line length is too short Correct line length is 21.5 inches. When the line is less
than 1/2 of this length, replace the line.
Engine not set at FAST speed Move engine throttle lever to FAST position
Trimmer vibrates Socket head cap screws for the trimmer
head are loose
Tighten socket head cap screws with L-handle wrench
Trimmer line lengths are substantially
different
Adjust trimmer line to approximately equal lengths
Loose nuts or bolts Check all bolts and nuts, including engine bolts
Broken trimmer head Replace broken part
Trimmer head does not
retain line
Trimmer line not properly attached Follow instructions on decal or in the "Maintenance,
Service and Storage" section of the owner's manual
Broken line retainer Replace trimmer head assembly
Trimmer line not correct size Use a 0.155" diameter trimmer line