EarthQuake 9800 Series Operator's Manual - Caution
ARDISAM
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible cause
Remedy/Action
Engine will not start
1. Flip switch to on position
2. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug
Engine runs rough, floods during operation
1. Dirty air cleaner
2. Carburetor out of adjustment
1. Clean or replace air cleaner
2. Take to authorized Tecumseh service center
Engine is hard to start
1. Drain old fuel and replace with fresh. Use
gas stabilizer at end of season
2. Make sure spark wire is securely attached to
spark plug
3. Clean carburetor, use gas stabilizer, new gas
can
Engine misses or lacks power
1. Clogged fuel tank
2. Clogged air cleaner
3. Improper carburetor adjustment
4. Spark plug dirty, improper gap, or wrong
type
1. Remove and clean
2. Clean or replace
3. Take to authorized Tecumseh service center
4. Replace spark plug and adjust gap
1. Power switch off
2. Spark plug wire disconnected
1. Stale fuel
2. Spark plug wire loose
3. Dirty carburetor
1. Idle speed too high
2. Broken clutch spring
1. Adjust idle speed lower
2. Replace both springs
Auger turns at idle
1. Carburetor out of adjustment
2. Broken transmission
3. Worn clutch shoes
4. Worn engine lower seal
1. Take to authorized Tecumseh service center
2. Return to factory
3. Replace clutch shoes and springs
4. Take to authorized Tecumseh service center
Auger turns, but has no power
1. Damaged point
1. Buy a new fishtail point
Auger cuts slowly
1. Screen in carburetor plugged
1. Clean screen, use gas stabilizer, clean gas
can
Engine runs, then quits
SERVICE, TROUBLESHOOTING AND REPAIR
Practice safety at all times. Engine must
be turned off and allowed to cool, and
spark plug wire must be disconnected
before attempting any maintenance or
repair.