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How to trouble shoot a small engine                 Test for compression in piston cylinder Test Oil Test for Spark Test fuel supply Test for correct timing Use piston compression gauge Is there Oil? Is the oil bad, or contain crude? Check Flywheel, and Magnetron. Test spark plug. Look for wear then clean. Check air filter. Clean if neccessary or replace. Spray starter fluid. Check for tainted fuel. Check blade for obstructions, then check keyway if broke. Test Carb         Check for corrosion. Check float, bowl, and jets.