Troy-Bilt CSV 206 Chipper Shredder Vac User Manual

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Troubleshooting
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Problem
Cause
Remedy
Engine Fails to start
1.  Throttle lever (if equipped) not in correct 
starting position.
2.  Engine switch (if equipped) in OFF position.
3.  Spark plug wire disconnected.
4.  Choke not in CHOKE position (if equipped).
5.  Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
6.  Fuel shut-off valve closed (if equipped).
7.  Faulty spark plug.
8.  Bag/chute switch button is not fully 
depressed. 
1.  Move throttle lever to FAST or START 
position.
2.  Move engine switch to ON position.
3.  Connect wire to spark plug.
4.  Move choke lever to CHOKE position.
5.  Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
6.  Turn on fuel shut-off valve.
7.  Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
8.  Make certain the bag is correctly secured, 
and the bag/chute switch button is fully 
depressed.
Engine runs erratic
1.  Spark plug boot loose.
2.  Unit running on CHOKE (if equipped).
3.  Blocked fuel line or stale fuel. 
4.  Low engine RPM.
5.  Water or dirt in fuel system.
6.  Dirty air cleaner.
7.  Carburetor out of adjustment.
1.  Connect and tighten spark plug boot.
2.  Move choke lever to OFF position.
3.  Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh 
gasoline.
4.  Always run engine at full throttle.
5.  Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
6.  Refer to engine manual.
7.  See authorized service dealer.
Engine overheats
1.  Engine oil level low.
2.  Dirty air cleaner.
1.  Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2.  Refer to engine manual.
Occasional skips
(hesitates) at
high speed
1.  Spark plug gap too close.
2.  Carburetor idle mixture adjustment 
improperly set.
1.  Remove spark plug and adjust gap to .030”.
2.  See authorized service dealer.
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