Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause Solution
Engine will not start No spark in the spark plug (16). (Fig AN)
Flooded engine
Clean the spark plug (16).
Replace the old spark plug (16) with a
new one.
With the on/o switch (4) o, remove
spark plug (16) from the engine. Move choke
control (9) to the RUN position (pushed
in completely), by depressing the safety
lever (2) and depressing the throttle trigger
(3), and pull the recoil starter (10) 15 to 20
times. This will clear excess fuel from engine.
Clean and reinstall spark plug (16). Set on/
off switch (4) to the On (I) position. Pull the
recoil starter (10) three times with choke
control (9) at RUN. If engine does not start,
move choke control (9) to CHOKE and repeat
normal starting procedure.
If engine still fails to start, repeat procedure
with a new spark plug (16).
Engine starts but will
not accelerate
properly.
Carburettor requires adjustment. Refer to page 21 for adjustment, however,
It is recommended this adjustment is per-
formed by a Service Agent.
Engine does not reach
full speed and/
or emits excessive
smoke
Check oil / fuel mixture
Air filter (13) dirty.
Carburettor requires adjustment
Use fresh fuel and the correct 2-stroke oil
mix ratio.
Clean air filter (13).
Refer to page 19 for adjustment, however, It is
recommended this adjustment is performed by a
Service Agent.
Guide bar (18) and
chain (19) running hot
and smoking.
Chain brake (12) engaged. (Fig O)
Chain tension too tight.
Check guide bar (18) and chain (19)
assembly.
Guide bar (18) and chain (19) are
damaged.
Release chain brake (12).
Re-tension the chain (19).
Refer to “Assembly / Installation of the
Guide Bar and Chain” section in manual.
Inspect guide bar (18) and chain (19) for
damage.
For other issues not covered in this chart,
please call Customer Service
on 1800 909 909.
AN. AO.
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