Operator's Manual
CS3814, CS3816, CS4116 Chainsaws
Troubleshooting and Repair
Troubleshooting Guide
While normal care and routine maintenance will extend the life of your chainsaw, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue oper- ating properly. The troubleshooting guide below lists the most common problems, causes and remedies.
Warning
Practice safety at all times. Engine must be turned off and allowed to cool, and spark plug wire must be disconnected and secured before attempting any maintenance or repair.
Failure to comply with this safety requirement can result in serious personal injury to you or bystanders.
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Starting failure | • Check fuel for water or | • Replace with proper fuel |
| substandard mixture | • Remove and dry the spark plug |
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| • Pull the starter again with no choke |
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| • Replace spark plug with a new plug |
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Lack of power / Poor ac- | • Check for water or | • Replace with proper fuel |
celeration / Rough idling | substandard mixture |
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| • Check air filter and fuel | • Clean |
| filter for clogging |
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| • Check carburetor for | • Have an authorized service center adjust the |
| inadequate adjustment | carburetor. |
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Oil does not come out | • Check oil for substandard | • Replace |
| quality |
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| •Check oil passage and | • Clean |
| ports for clogging |
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If the unit seems to need further service, please consult with an authorized service shop in your area.
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