Product part to examine
Possible cause
Action
Ignition, no spark
The spark plug is dirty or wet.
Make sure that the spark plug is dry
and clean.
The electrode gap is incorrect.
Clean the spark plug. Make sure that
the electrode gap and spark plug is
correct, and that the correct spark
plug type is the recommended or
equivalent.
Refer to
for the correct electrode gap.
Spark plug and cylinder
The spark plug is loose.
Tighten the spark plug.
Engine is flooded because of repea-
ted starts with full choke after igni-
tion.
Remove and clean the spark plug.
Put the product on its side with the
spark plug hole away from you. Pull
the starter rope handle 6-8 times. As-
semble the spark plug and start the
product. Refer to
on page 15
.
The engine starts but stops again
Product part to examine
Possible cause
Action
Fuel tank
Incorrect fuel type.
Drain the fuel tank and fill with cor-
rect fuel.
Carburetor
The idle speed is not correct.
Speak to your servicing dealer.
Air filter
Clogged air filter.
Clean or replace the air filter.
Fuel filter
Clogged fuel filter.
Replace the fuel filter.
Transportation and storage
Transportation and storage
• For storage and transportation of the product and
fuel, make sure that there are no leaks or fumes.
Sparks or open flames, for example from electrical
devices or boilers, can start a fire.
• Always use approved containers for storage and
transportation of fuel.
• Empty the fuel and chain oil tanks before
transportation or before long-term storage. Discard
the fuel and chain oil at an applicable disposal
location.
• Use the transportation guard on the product to
prevent injuries or damage to the product. A saw
chain that does not move can also cause serious
injuries.
• Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug and
engage the chain brake.
• Attach the product safely during transportation.
To prepare your product for long-term
storage
1. Disassemble and clean the saw chain and the
groove in the guide bar.
CAUTION: If the saw chain and guide
bar are not cleaned, they can become
rigid or blocked.
2. Attach the transportation guard.
3. Clean the product. Refer to
Maintenance on page 19
for instructions.
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