56 Series 4144 Components FC, FS, KM
Erratic idling behavior, engine 
speed drops when swinging the 
machine
Idle setting is too rich
– Turn the low speed screw (L) 
clockwise (1/8 of a turn or 45° at 
a time) until the engine runs 
smoothly and accelerates well.
It is usually necessary to change the 
setting of the idle speed screw (LA) 
after every correction to the low 
speed screw (L).
Adjustment for operation at high 
altitude
A minor correction may be 
necessary if engine power is not 
satisfactory when operating at high 
altitude.
– Check standard setting.
– Warm up the engine with the 
cutting tool mounted.
The drive shaft and cutting must 
rotate freely.
– Turn the high speed screw (H) 
clockwise (leaner) – no further 
than stop.
Turn the adjusting screws only very 
slightly. Even minor adjustments 
can noticeably affect engine running 
behavior.
If the setting is made too lean there 
is a risk of engine damage as a 
result of lack of lubrication and 
overheating.
If the adjustments produce no 
improvement, see the 
troubleshooting charts for the 
ignition system, b 4.3, carburetor 
and engine, b 4.4, b 4.5.
8.6 Removing and Installing 
Throttle Cable (Loop 
Handle)
– Press down the throttle lever until 
the nipple (arrow) projects.
: Turn the pin (2) until the slot is in 
line with the throttle cable (1). 
: Remove the throttle cable (1).
– Remove the carburetor, b 8.2
: Take out the screw (arrow).
– Pull the retainer (1) with throttle 
cable out of its seat.
545RA032 TG
1
2
545RA023 TG
1