8. When installing a new spark plug, tighten the spark plug another 1/2 turn after it is seated.
- WARNING!
A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the engine.
Excessive tightening of the spark plug can damage the cylinder head thread.
9. Connect the cable lug to the spark plug.
STORAGE
- If you do not use the machine for a long time, store it according to the following instructions. This will
extend the life of the machine.
• Pour fuel completely out of the fuel tank and carburetor.
• Unscrew the spark plug and pour a small amount of engine oil into the hole.
• Gently pull the starter 2 to 3 times.
• Clean the outer surfaces with a clean cloth.
• Store in a clean and dry place.
TROUBLESHOOTING
- If the engine does not start, check the following:
CYLINDER
COMPRESSION IS
NORMAL
THE SPARK
PLUG IS OK
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
YES
YES
There is no fuel in the
tank
Add fuel to the tank
The fuel filter is dirty
Clean the fuel filter
Water entered the fuel
tank
Change fuel
Unsuitable fuel
Use pure unleaded petrol with an
octane rating of at least 95 (E 10)
Dirty carburetor
Contact an authorized service
center
YES
NO
The gear lever is in
position
.
Set the gear lever to position
or
.
Dirty spark plug
Clean the spark plug
The cable end is not
connected to the spark
plug
Connect the cable end to the
spark plug.
No compression
YES
Loose spark plug
Tighten the spark plug
The piston and its
segments are worn
Contact an authorized service
center
The cylinder is scratched
Contact an authorized service
center
The engine does not
start
Cold engine
Contact an authorized service
center
If the engine does not operate properly (insufficient power, unstable idling, etc.), check the following:
ISSUE
CAUSE
SOLUTION
The tiller beeps at work
Worn parts
Contact an authorized service
center
Used piston
Contact an authorized service
center
Crankshaft clearance
Contact an authorized service
center
Clutch released
Contact an authorized service