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Schumacher XP400 Instant Portable Power Source

So, Your Starter Is Just Clicking

So, Your Starter Is Just Clicking Does you starter make a * click * sound when you try to start your vehicle? So, Your Starter Is Just Clicking So, Your Starter Is Just Clicking So, Your Starter Is Just Clicking So, Your Starter Is Just Clicking Each time you turn the ignition switch to start, does the starter just * click * one time? That is probably the starter solenoid. If it goes * click-click-click-click *, and so on, it may just be a low battery. A low battery that makes the starter * click * a few times doesn't have enough * juice * in it to turn the starter over to turn the flywheel over to turn the crankshaft over to make the engine start ... phew! A simple way to tell if the battery is at fault is to turn the headlights on and turn the ignition switch to start. If the lights go out, then the battery is probably at fault. Course, you'll have to run real Fast after youhit the start position in order to see if the lights go out ... or h...

How to Start a Scooter the First Time

How to Start a Scooter the First Time   The scooter was received and assembled, now finally to the long awaited moMent, starting the scooter. The urge to stick the key in the hole, press the button and hear the engine purr is close to irresistible ... How to Start a Scooter the First Time How to Start a Scooter the First Time How to Start a Scooter the First Time How to Start a Scooter the First Time But it must be resisted. Though above may sound ideal, is not the case. Imagine a car that was parked for six months; it may not start at first try. In this case we are talking about a scooter that may have been sitting for 6 or more months in addition to having travelled by sea for 2 or 3 weeks; salty marine carburetors love fresh Air. This article aims at guiding first time scooter owners to properly start their scooter without blowing anything out. Dos and Don'ts: 1. If the scooter is 150cc or 50, don't try the electric start; at first kick startonl...