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FC 75, FC 85, FH 75, FS 75, FS 80, FS 85, HL 75, KM 85, KW 85
4.4
Engine
Always check and, if necessary,
repair the following parts before
looking for faults on the engine:
– Air filter
– Fuel system
– Carburetor
– Ignition system
1)
Condition
Cause
Remedy
Engine does not start easily, stalls
at idle speed, but operates normally
at full throttle
Oil seals in crankcase faulty
Install new oil seals
1)
Crankcase leaking / damaged
(cracks)
Seal / replace the crankcase
1)
Muffler leaking
Seal / replace the muffler
Engine does not deliver full power
or runs erratically
Piston rings worn or broken
Install new piston rings
1)
Muffler / spark arresting screen
carbonized
Clean muffler (inlet and
exhaust openings), replace
spark arresting screen
Air filter element dirty
Fit new air filter element
Fuel / impulse line kinked or
cracked
Fit new lines or position
without kinks
Engine overheating
Insufficient cylinder cooling.
Air inlets in fan housing
blocked or cooling fins on
cylinder very dirty
Thoroughly clean all cooling air
passages and cooling fins
1)
see "Series 4137 Powerhead" service manual“