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FUEL SYSTEM
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SERVICE INFORMATION -------------------------------------------- 5- 2
TROUBLESHOOTING ------------------------------------------------- 5- 2
THROTTLE VALVE DISASSEMBLY/CARBURETOR REMOVAL- 5- 3
AUTO BYSTARTER---------------------------------------------------- 5- 6
FLOAT/FLOAT VALVE/JETS ---------------------------------------- 5- 8
CARURETOR INSTALLATION -------------------------------------- 5-11
AIR SCREW ADJUSTMENT ------------------------------------------ 5-12
REED VALVE----------------------------------------------------------- 5-13
FUEL TANK------------------------------------------------------------- 5-14
FUEL VALVE REMOVAL -------------------------------------------- 5-15
AIR CLEANER ---------------------------------------------------------- 5-15
SERVICE INFORMATION
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
• When working with gasoline, keep away from sparks and flames..
• Note the locations of O-rings when disassembling and replace them with new ones during
assembly.
• All cables, fuel lines and wires must be routed and secured at correct locations.
• Bleed air from the oil lines whenever they are disconnected.
SPECIAL TOOL
Float level gauge
TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine does not start Lean mixture
• No fuel in tank • Clogged fuel jets • Faulty float valve
• Too much fuel getting to cylinder • Clogged fuel cap vent • Float level too low
• Clogged fuel filter • Clogged fuel filter • Clogged air cleaner
• Clogged air cleaner • Bent, kinked or restricted fuel line
Engine idles roughly, stalls or runs poorly Rich mixture
• Incorrect idle speed • Clogged air cleaner • Faulty float valve
• Ignition malfunction • Intake air leaks • Float level too high
• Compression too low • Fuel contaminated • Clogged air jets
• Incorrectly adjusted air screw • Faulty reed valve
• Incorrect float level • Clogged fuel jets
THROTTLE VALVE DISASSEMBLY/CARBURETOR
REMOVAL
Loosen the carburetor cap and remove the
throttle valve.
Disconnect the throttle cable from the
throttle valve.
Remove the throttle valve spring, carburetor
cap and rubber seal.
Remove the jet needle by removing the
needle clip.
Check the jet needle and throttle valve for
wear or damage.
THROTTLE VALVE INSTALLA-TION
Install the jet needle on the throttle valve and
secure with the needle clip.
Install the rubber seal on the throttle cable
and then install the carburetor cap and
throttle valve spring.
Connect the throttle cable to the throttle
valve.
Needle Retainer
2nd Notch (STD)
Throttle Valve
Throttle Cable