Tanaka TCG23ECP User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Use the inspections in the table below if the tool does not operate normally. If this does not remedy the
problem, consult your dealer or the Tanaka dealer.
Condition Cause Remedy
Engine does
not start
Fuel
system
Fuel tank is empty or fuel level is
low
Fill the fuel tank with the correct fuel mix
(25:1-50:1)
Fuel tank contains old fuel (off ensive
odor)
Replace with new fuel
Too much fuel is absorbed and
spark plug is wet
1.
Disconnect the spark plug and allow
to dry
2. Pull the starter handle 5 or 6 times to
remove the surplus fuel
3. Attach the spark plug
4. Set the choke lever to RUN position
and pull the starter handle
Fuel fi lter is clogged with dirt Clean the fuel fi lter
Fuel pipe is bent or disconnected Ensure that the fuel fl ows smoothly
Carburetor malfunction Contact Tanaka dealer
Electrical
system
Stop switch lead has short-
circuited
Contact Tanaka dealer
Spark plug is dirty Replace or clean the spark plug
Electrode gap is too big Adjust the gap to 0.6 mm
Poor connection between high
tension cable and spark plug
Reconnect
Electrical system malfunction Contact Tanaka dealer
Other
Muffl er exhaust port is clogged
with carbon
Contact Tanaka dealer for repair
Engine starts
but cuts out
straightaway
Engine is apt to
cut out
Fuel
system
Fuel tank is empty or fuel level is
low
Fill the fuel tank with the correct fuel mix
(25:1-50:1)
Fuel tank contains old fuel (off ensive
odor)
Replace with new fuel
Two-cycle oil has not been added Contact Tanaka dealer
Choke lever is in START position Set the choke lever to RUN position
Air has got into fuel system Reconnect the fuel pipe or joint
Carburetor malfunction Contact Tanaka dealer
Electrical
system
Ignition failure
Spark plug failure Replace with new spark plug
Electrical system failure Contact Tanaka dealer
Other
Engine overheating
Wrong spark plug model
Replace with designated part
See “SPECIFICATIONS”
Dirty air cleaner Clean
Carbon clogging (muffl er exhaust
port)
Clean
Insuffi cient compression (piston,
piston ring, cylinder)
Contact Tanaka dealer
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Tanaka TCG23ECP Specifications

General

Brand	Tanaka
Model	TCG23ECP
Category	Trimmer
Language	English