Small Engines: Fundamentals and Service

This straightforward book provides practical information on the operation of two-stroke and four-stroke air- cooled engines and their operating systems as preparation for troubleshooting and repair. The book presents extensive coverage of operational theory as well as hands-on information for troubleshooting, testing systems (compression, battery, electric starter, alternator, magneto, ignition, breakerless ignition, and solid state ignition), and making engine repairs. A valuable reference on small engine operational theory for an apprentice or novice technician approaching the repair of a small engine.