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TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting schedule
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WARNING! If service operations or troubleshooting does not require the machine to be on, the
engine should be switched off, and the stop switch in STOP position.
Problem
Probable cause
Potential Solution
The machine does not start
Incorrect starting procedure.
See instructions under the heading Starting
and stopping.
Stop switch in the right (STOP)
position
Make sure that the stop switch (STOP) is in
the left position.
There is no fuel in the fuel tank
Refill with fuel
Spark plug defective
Replace the spark plug.
Defective clutch
Contact your servicing dealer.
The chain rotates at idle
Idle speed too high
Adjust the idle speed
Defective clutch
Contact your servicing dealer.
The chain does not rotate
while throttling up
Chain tension too tight. Diamond chain
should always be able to be pulled
around the guidebar by hand. It is
normal for the diamond chain links to
hang below the guidebar.
Adjust the chain tension, see instructions in
the section ”Assembling and adjustments”.
Defective clutch
Contact your servicing dealer.
Diamond chain fitted incorrectly
Make sure the diamond chain is properly
installed.
The machine has no power
while attempting to throttle
up
Clogged air filter
Check the air filter and replace if necessary.
Clogged fuel filter
Replace the fuel filter.
Fuel tank vent blocked
Contact your servicing dealer.
Vibration levels are too high
Diamond chain fitted incorrectly
Check that the diamond chain is fitted
correctly and does not show signs of damage.
See the instructions in the sections "Diamond
chains" and "Assembly and settings".
Diamond chain defective
Change the diamond chain and make sure it
is intact.
Vibration damping elements defective
Contact your servicing dealer.
Temperature of the machine
is too high
Air intake or cooling flanges blocked
Clean the machine’s air intake/cooling flanges
Clutch slipping / is defective
Always cut at full throttle.
Check clutch / contact your service agent
Poor cutting speed
Diamonds may be glazed or too low
feed pressure.
Cut in a soft abrasive material such as
sandstone or brick, for a short while.
Premature chain stretch.
Not enough water pressure.
Insufficient water supply may result in
excessive wear to the diamond chain,
which can lead to loss of strenght and
diamond chain breakage.
Increase the water pressure.
Diamond chain snaps or
jumps of
Improper chain tension
Adjust the chain tension, see instructions in
the section ”Assembling and adjustments”.
Inserting saw into slot narrower than
diamond chain segments.
See instructions in the section "Operation".
Not enough feed pressure while
cutting.
Avoid letting the saw bounce and chatter.
