OCHIAI DP-10, Owner'S Manual

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Spark Arrester Cleaning Service
Clean the spark arrester every 50 hours of operation.
WARNING
Engines can become extremely hot during normal
operation. Hot engine components can cause severe
burns. Stop the engine and allow it to cool before
servicing spark arrester.
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Remove the spark arrester
from the exhaust hole of
muffler
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Clean deposits from the spark
arrester screen by brushing it.
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Install the spark arrester.
Carbon Removal of Engine Internal Parts
Every 50 hours of operation.
These items must be performed with proper tools.
See your authorized equipment dealer for service.
STORAGE
The production to be stored over 30 days should be, completely
drain the fuel to prevent gum deposits forming on essential
carburetor parts, the fuel filter, and fuel tank.
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Clean the engine.
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Remove all the fuel from the
tank and run the engine at an
idle to use up the fuel in the
carburetor.
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Remove the spark plug, pour in
0.5 ml of new 2-stroke engine
oil through the plug hole, pull
the recoil starter several times,
and reinstall the spark plug.
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Slowly pull the recoil starter
grip until resistance is felt.
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Store the Engine in a clean and
dry place.
WARNING
Gasoline is a toxic substance. Dispose of gasoline
properly. Contact your local authorities for approved
disposal methods.
A
B
A. Muffler
B. Spark Arrester
B
A
A. Lubricator
B. Plug Hole
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
If the engine malfunctions, carefully examine the symptoms and the operating conditions, and use the table below as a guide to
troubleshooting.
Symptom Probable cause Remedy
Engine won’t start
or output is low
Insufficient compression Faulty Piston, Cylinder and Piston ring
Loose spark plug
Tighten properly.
Loose cylinder bolts
No fuel to combustion
chamber
No fuel in fuel tank Fill fuel tank.
Blocked fuel filter or tube Clean.
Blocked air vent in tank cap
Faulty carburetor
Spark plug fouled by fuel Over-rich fuel/air mixture Turn lift up lever to “RUNNING” position.
Rotate engine with spark plug removed to
discharge excess fuel.
Clean spark plug.
Clogged air cleaner Clean.
Faulty carburetor
Incorrect grade/type of fuel
Change gasoline.
Water in fuel
No spark or weak spark Faulty spark plug Replace spark plug.
Faulty ignition coil
Engine switch left in “
O ” (STOP) position Turn engine switch to “ l ” (START) position.
Low output Engine overheats Clogged air cleaner Clean.
Recoil starter or cooling air path clogged
with dirt.
Carbon built-up in combustion chamber
Poor ventilation around engine
Select a better location.
: Service should be performed by an authorized equipment dealer.