Troubleshooting - Toro FP-2200 Operator's Manual

Troubleshooting

Problem
The engine will not start, starts hard, or
fails to keep running.
The plate does not vibrate at full speed.
The clutch is extremely hot.
The plate does not vibrate when the
engine is running.
There is insufficient water flow.
Possible Cause
1. The fuel tank is empty.
2. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the
gap is incorrect.
3. The air cleaner is dirty.
1. The oil level in the eccentric housing
is too high.
2. The belt is loose.
1. A foreign object is lodged against the
eccentric sheave.
2. The oil level in the eccentric housing
is too high.
3. The clutch has slipped.
4. Engine RPM is not reaching full RPM.
1. The belt is broken.
2. The clutch is broken or worn out.
3. The eccentric has seized.
1. The water tank is empty.
2. The sprinkler is closed.
3. The sprinkler tube is clogged.
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Corrective Action
1. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline.
2. Install a new, correctly gapped spark
plug.
3. Clean or replace the air cleaner
elements.
1. Check the oil level and drain as
necessary.
2. Adust the belt tension.
1. Remove the obstruction.
2. Check the oil level and drain as
necessary.
3. Adjust the carburetor.
4. Adjust the throttle so the engine runs at
3,600 to 3,800 RPM.
1. Replace the belt.
2. Replace the clutch.
3. Ensure the eccentric is free turning.
1. Fill the water tank.
2. Open the sprinkler valve.
3. Remove and clean the tube.