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TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Engine will not
start. [Make sure
on/stop switch is
in the
RUN
( l )
po-
sition.]
No spark.
Engine is flooded.
Clean or replace spark plug. Reset spark plug gap. Refer
to
Spark Plug Replacement
earlier in this manual.
With the on/stop switch
OFF
, remove spark plug. Move
choke lever to
RUN
position (pushed in completely) and
pull starter cord 15 to 20 times. This will clear excess
fuel from engine. Clean and reinstall spark plug. Set
on/stop switch to
RUN ( l )
position. Push and fully re-
lease primer bulb 7 times. Pull starter three times with
choke lever at
RUN
. If engine does not start, move
choke lever to
FULL CHOKE
and repeat normal starting
procedure. If engine still fails to start, repeat procedure
with a new spark plug.
Engine starts but
will not accelerate
properly.
Carburetor requires
“L”
(Low Jet)
adjustment.
Contact an authorized service center for carburetor
adjustment.
Engine starts, then
dies.
Carburetor requires
“L”
(Low Jet)
adjustment.
Contact an authorized service center for carburetor
adjustment.
Engine starts but
will not run proper-
ly at high speed.
Carburetor requires
“H”
(High Jet)
adjustment.
Contact an authorized service center for carburetor
adjustment.
Engine does not
reach full speed
and/or emits ex-
cessive smoke.
Lubricant/fuel
mixture incorrect.
Air filter is dirty.
Carburetor requires
“H”
(High Jet)
adjustment.
Use fresh fuel and the correct 2-cycle lubricant mix
ratio.
Clean air filter. Refer to
Cleaning the Air Filter
in the
Maintenance
section of this manual.
Contact an authorized service center for carburetor
adjustment.
BAR AND CHAIN COMBINATIONS
Chain specifications:
3/8 in. pitch, .05 in. chain gauge
Length of Bar
Guide Bar Part Number
Chain Part Number
Drive Links
14 in.
310625001
901212001
52
16 in.
310626001
901212002
56
18 in.
310627001
671258001
62