Stanley Black & Decker CH2 owner manual Troubleshooting, Problem, Cause, Remedy

Troubleshooting

Problem		Cause			Remedy
Engine fails to start		1.	Spark plug wire disconnected.		1.	Connect wire to spark plug.
		2.	Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.		2.	Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
		3.	Throttle control lever not in correct starting		3.	Move throttle lever to FAST position.
			position. (If equipped)
		4.	Choke not in CHOKE position. (If equipped)		4.	Move choke to CHOKE position.	.
		5.	Engine not primed.		5.	Prime engine.
		6.	Blocked fuel line.		6.	Clean fuel line.
		7.	Faulty spark plug.		7.	Clean, adjust gap, or replace.
		8.	Low oil		8.	Fill
					Call GXi Parts & Service (919)-550-3259
Engine runs erratic		1.	Spark plug wire loose.		1.	Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
		2.	Unit running on CHOKE. (If equipped)		2.	Move choke lever to OFF position.
		3.	Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.	.	3.	Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
		4.	Water or dirt in fuel system.		4.	Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
		5.	Dirty air cleaner.		5.	Clean or replace air cleaner.
		6.	Carburetor out of adjustment.		6.	Call GXi Parts & Service (919)-550-3259
Too much vibration		1.	Loose parts or damaged carousel .		1.	Call GXi Parts & Service (919)-550-3259
Engine overheats		1.	Engine oil level low.		1.	Fill crankcase with proper oil.
		2.	Dirty air cleaner.		2.	Clean or replace air cleaner.
		3.	Carburetor not adjusted properly.		3.	Call GXi Parts & Service (919)-550-3259
Occasional skip (hesitates)		1.	Spark plug gap too close.		1.	Adjust gap to.030”.
					Call GXi Parts & Service (919)-550-3259
Unit does not discharge		1.	Discharge chute clogged.	.	1.	Stop engine immediately and disconnect spark
			.			plug wire. Clean flail screen and inside of
		2.	Foreign object lodged in carousel.	.		discharge opening.
		3.	Low engine RPM.		2.	Stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire.
						Remove lodged object.
					3.	Always run engine at full throttle.
					Call GXi Parts & Service (919)-550-3259
Rate of discharge slows		1.	Low engine RPM.		1.	Always run engine at full throttle
		2.	Chipper blades are dull.		2.	Replace chipper blades or see your authorized
						service dealer.
					Call GXi Parts & Service (919)-550-3259
NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed above, contact GXi Parts and Service (919)-550-3259 for support over
the phone or getting setup with your nearest authorized service dealer.
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