Eliet GZC 1000, Manual

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d) Bad spark plug
Without the proper ignition, it will be impossible to get the engine up and running. You must
therefore check the spark plug. (Read § 11.3.5 Checking the spark plug)
e) Low on oil
The engine’s crankcase is filled with motor oil to lubricate and cool the pistons. Lack of oil can
lead to increased wear of the engine. To protect the engine the machine has been equipped with
a control switch that will disengage the engine if the machine is low on oil. Check the oil level and
refill if necessary (read § 11.3.3 Checking the oil level of the engine).
9.9.2 Engine shuts off during operation
If the engine suddenly shuts off during operation, this can be caused by various factors:
a) no petrol
b) lack of oil in the engine
c) the machine is on a slope
d) technical defect
Caution:
Before examining possible reasons for the fault, make sure the ON/OFF switch
for the motor is turned to the OFF position.
Take the following steps to restart the machine in any of the cases below:
a) No petrol
If you fail to monitor the petrol level and hence don’t notice that the tank is running empty, the
machine may surprise you by suddenly turning off. Refuel the machine (read § 9.4 Refuelling)
and let the starter engine run for some time after refuelling. Close the throttle (choke) - the
petrol will now be sucked into the line. The engine will start running as soon as the carburettor
has filled.
b) Lack of oil in the engine
Also read § 9.9.1 under d.
c) Machine is on a slope
While working on a slope in the lengthwise direction the engine may suddenly stop. This is
caused by the oil alarm which works on the basis of level measurement; it detects a false oil level
when the machine is in a slanted position. This is enough reason for the system to switch off the
engine.