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English(Original instructions)
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible cause
Solution
Engine will not start.
1. Switch set to the "O" (OFF) position.
1. Set switch to the "I" (ON) position.
2. No spark
2. The spark plug may be damaged. Remove
it and check for dirt and cracks. Replace with a
new spark plug if needed.
3. No fuel.
3. Push primer bulb until the bulb is full of fuel.
If the bulb does not fill, the primary fuel delivery
system is blocked. If the primer bulb fills, the
engine may be flooded. (See next item.)
4. Flooded engine.
4. Ensure the on/off switch is in the “O” (off)
position. Remove the spark plug from the engine
and the spark plug boot. Turn the product so
that the spark plug hole is aimed at the ground.
Make sure the choke lever is set to RUN and
pull the starter cord 10 to 14 times. This clears
excess fuel from the engine. Clean and reinstall
the spark plug. With the throttle trigger fully
depressed, pull the starter cord 3 times. If the
engine does not start, set the choke lever to
FULL and follow normal starting instructions.
If the engine still fails to start, repeat the
procedure with a new spark plug.
5. Starter rope pulls harder now than when new.
5. Contact an authorised service dealer.
6. Old fuel.
6. Only use fresh fuel mixed with recommended
oil. Fuel over 30 days old may prevent the unit
from starting.
Engine does not reach full
speed and emits excessive
smoke.
1. Check lubricant fuel mixture.
1. Use fresh fuel and the correct 2-stroke
lubricant mix.
2. Air filter is dirty.
2. Clean the air filter according to the
instructions in the Maintenance section.
3. Spark arrestor screen is dirty.
3. Contact an authorised service dealer.
Engine starts, runs, and
accelerates but will not idle.
Idle speed screw on carburetor requires
adjustment.
Contact an authorised service dealer.
Grass wraps around the
trimmer head assembly and the
attachment shaft.
1. Cutting tall grass at ground level.
1. Cut tall grass from the top down.
2. Operating the product at partial throttle.
2. Operate the product at full throttle.
Lubricant drips from silencer.
1. Operating the product at partial throttle.
1. Operate the product at full throttle.
2. Check lubricant/fuel mixture.
2. Use fresh fuel and the correct 2-stroke
lubricant mix.
3. Air filter is dirty.
3. Clean the air filter according to the
instructions in the Maintenance section.