
11. Troubleshooting guide
Case 1. Starting failure
| CHECK | PROBABLE CAUSES | ACTION | 
| fuel tank | ➞ | incorrect fuel | 
| fuel filter | ➞ | fuel filter is clogged | 
| carburetor adjustment screw ➞ | out of normal range | |
| sparking (no spark) | ➞ | spark plug is fouled/wet | 
| 
 | ➞ | plug gap is incorrect | 
| spark plug | ➞ | disconnected | 
➞drain it and with correct fuel
➞clean
➞adjust to normal range
➞clean/dry
➞correct (GAP: 0.6~0.7mm)
➞retighten
Case 2. Engine starts but does not keep running/Hard 
| CHECK | PROBABLE CAUSES | ACTION | 
| fuel tank | ➞ incorrect fuel or staled fuel | 
| carburetor adjustment screw | ➞ out of normal range | 
| muffler,cylinder (exhaust port) | ➞ carbon is  | 
| air cleaner | ➞ clogged with dust | 
| cylinder fin, fan cover | ➞ clogged with dust | 
➞drain it and with correct fuel
➞adjust to normal range
➞wipe away
➞wash
➞clean
When your unit seems to need further service, please consult with our RedMax service shop in your area.