STORAGE
WARNING: Stop engine and allow to cool, and secure the unit before storing or transporting in a vehicle. Store unit and fuel in an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. Store unit with all guards in place. Position so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury to passersby. Store the unit out of reach of children.
SBefore storing, drain all fuel from the unit. Start engine and allow to run until it stops.
SClean the unit before storing. Pay particu- lar attention to the air intake area, keeping it free of debris. Use a mild detergent and sponge to clean the plastic surfaces.
SDo not store the unit or fuel in a closed area where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from hot water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
SStore in a dry area out of the reach of chil- dren.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
HELPFUL TIP
During storage of your gas/ oil mixture, the oil will sepa- rate from the gas.
We recommend that you shake the gas can weekly to insure proper blending of the gas and oil.
CAUTION: It is important to prevent gum deposits from forming in essential fuel system parts such as the carburetor, fuel filter, fuel hose, or fuel tank during storage. Alcohol blended fuels (called gasohol or using ethanol or methanol) can attract moisture which leads to fuel mixture separation and formation of acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage the engine.
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NEED SERVICE PART?
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WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.
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| Engine will not | 1. Ignition switch off. | 1. | Move ignition switch to ON. | ||
| start or will run | 2. Engine flooded. | 2. | See “Difficult Starting” in | ||
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| seconds after | 3. Fuel tank empty. | 3. | Fill tank with correct fuel mixture. | ||
| starting. | 4. Spark plug not firing. | 4. | Install new spark plug. | ||
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| 5. Fuel not reaching | 5. | Check for dirty fuel filter; replace. | ||
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| carburetor. |
| Check for kinked or split fuel line; | |
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| repair or replace. | |
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| Engine will | 1. | Idle speed requires | 1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the | ||
| not idle |
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| properly. | 2. | Carburetor requires | 2. Contact an authorized service dealer. | ||
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| adjustment. |
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| Engine will not | 1. | Air filter dirty. | 1. Clean or replace air filter. | ||
| accelerate, | 2. | Spark plug fouled. | 2. Clean or replace plug and regap. | ||
| lacks power, | 3. | Chain brake engaged. | 3. Disengage chain brake. | ||
| or dies under | 4. | Carburetor requires | 4. Contact an authorized service dealer. | ||
| a load. |
| adjustment. |
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| Engine | 1. | Too much oil mixed with | 1. | Empty fuel tank and refill with | |
| smokes |
| gasoline. |
| correct fuel mixture. | |
| excessively. |
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| Chain moves | 1. Idle speed requires | 1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the | |||
| at idle speed. |
| adjustment. |
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| 2. Clutch requires repair. | 2. | Contact an authorized service dealer. | ||
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