Homelite UT26HBV User Manual - Page 16

TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Engine fails to start. POSSIBLE CAUSE No fuel in tank. Spark plug shorted or fouled. Fill tank. REMEDY Replace spark plug. Spark plug is broken. (cracked ­porcelain or electrodes broken) Ignition lead wire shorted, broken, or disconnected from spark plug. Replace spark plug. Replace lead wire or attach to spark plug. Engine hard to start. Ignition inoperative. Contact a qualfied service center. Water in gasoline or stale fuel mixture. Drain entire system and refill with fresh fuel. Too much lubricant in fuel mixture. Engine is under or over choked. Drain and refill with correct mixture. Adjust choke as necessary. Engine lacks power. Engine overheats. Weak spark at spark plug. Air filter clogged. Insufficient lubricant in fuel mixture. Contact a qualfied service center. Clean air filter. Refer to Cleaning the Air Filter earlier in this manual. Mix fuel as described in starting ­instructions. If problem persists after trying the above solutions, contact customer service or a qualified service center for assistance. NOTICE: As the equipment owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in the Maintenance section. It is recommended that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your equipment. Neglecting or failing to perform the required maintenance may increase emissions, decrease fuel efficiency, degrade performance, cause irreversible engine damage and/or void your warranty. This product has a Two-year Limited Warranty for personal, family, or household use (90 days for business or commercial use). For warranty details, visit www.homelite.com or call (toll free) 1-800-242-4672. Page 12 - English