Instruction manual

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1.See “Fueling Your Unit.”
2.Replace with correct spark plug.
3.See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
4. Contact an authorized service dealer .
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not
start.
1.Engine flooded.
2.Fuel tank empty.
3.Spark plug not firing.
4.Fuel not reaching carburetor.
5.Compression low.
1.See “Starting Instructions.”
2.Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
3.Install new spark plug.
4.Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
5. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine will not
idle properly.
1.Fuel not reaching carburetor .
2.Carburetor requires adjustment.
3.Crankshaft seals worn.
4.Compression low.
1.Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
2.See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
3. Contact an authorized service dealer.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1.Air filter dirty.
2.Fuel not reaching carburetor.
3.Spark plug fouled.
4.Spark arresting screen clogged.
5.Carburetor requires adjustment.
6.Carbon build up.
7.Compression low.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power, or
dies under a
load.
1.Clean or replace air filter.
2.Check for dirty fuel filter; replace.
Check for kinked or split fuel line;
repair or replace.
3.Clean or replace spark plug; re-gap.
4.Replace screen.
5.See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
6. Contact an authorized service dealer .
7. Contact an authorized service dealer .
Engine
smokes
excessively.
1.Choke partially on.
2.Fuel mixture incorrect.
3.Air filter dirty.
4.Carburetor requires adjustment.
1.Adjust choke.
2.Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
3.Clean or replace air filter.
4.See “Carburetor Adjustments.”
Engine
runs hot.
1.Fuel mixture incorrect.
2.Spark plug incorrect.
3.Carburetor requires adjustment.
4.Carbon build up.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
W ARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing any of the
recommended remedies below other than remedies that require operation of the unit.
U.S. EPA / ENVIRONMENT CANADA
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STAT E MENT
YOUR WARRANTY RIGH TS AND OB-
LIGATIONS: The U. S. Environmental
Protection Agency, Environment Canada and
Jonsered are pleased to explain the emis-
sions control system warranty on your year
2001--2004 small of f--road engine. Jonsered
must warrant the emission control system on
your small off--road engine for the periods of
time listed below provided there has been no
abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of
your small off--road engine. Your emission
control system includes parts such as the
carburetor and the ignition system. Where a
warrantable condition exists, Jonsered will
repair your small off--road engine at no cost to
you. Expenses covered under warranty in-
clude diagnosis, parts and labor. MANUFAC-
TURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: If any
emissions related part on your engine (as
listed under Emissions Control Warranty
Parts List) is defective or a defect in the mate-
rials or workmanship of the engine causes the
failure of such an emission related part, the
part will be repaired or replaced by Jonsered.
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILI-
TIES: As the small off--road engine owner,
you are responsible for the performance of
the required maintenance listed in your in-
struction manual. Jonsered recommends that
you retain all receipts covering maintenance
on your small off--road engine, but Jonsered
cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of re-
ceipts or for your failure to ensure the perfor-
mance of all scheduled maintenance. As the
small of f--road engine owner, you should be
aware that Jonsered may deny you warranty
coverage if your small off--road engine or a
part of it has failed due to abuse, neglect, im-
proper maintenance, unapproved modifica-
tions, or the use of parts not made or ap-
proved by the original equipment manufactur-
er. You are responsible for presenting your
small of f--road engine to a Jonsered autho-
rized repair center as soon as a problem ex-
ists. Warranty repairs should be completed in
a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed
30 days. If you have any questions regarding
your warranty rights and responsibilities, you
should contact your nearest authorized ser-
vice center or call Jonsered at
1--916--383--3511. WARRANTY COM-
MENCEMENT DATE: The warranty period
begins on the date the small off--road engine
is purchased. LENGTH OF COVERAGE: