Storage; Troubleshooting - Texas BC 335-4 User Manual

14. Storage

Drain all fuel from tank into an approved container. Allow engine to run until it stops.
Clean trimmer and store in frost-free conditions out of the reach of children.
Observe all safety instructions concerning safe storage and handling of gasoline.

15. Troubleshooting

PROBLEM
Engine will not start
Engine starts, but
will not accelerate
Engine starts, but
will only run at full
throttle with half
choke.
Engine will not reach
full speed and
produces a lot of
smoke.
Engine starts, runs
and accelerates, but
will not run in idle.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. No spark.
2. No fuel.
3. Engine flooded.
4. Starter cord requires
more effort than when
new.
Carburetor needs
adjustment.
Carburetor needs
adjustment, repair or
cleaning.
1. Check fuel.
2. Air filter dirty.
3. Carburetor needs
adjustment.
Carburetor needs
adjustment.
SOLUTION
Check spark plug. Remove spark plug,
connect lead and place plug on cylinder
block. Pull starter cord. Check for spark.
Repeat process with new spark plug if no
spark appears.
Press fuel pump button. If problem recurs,
contact dealer/repair shop.
Remove spark plug, turn trimmer over so
that spark plug hole points downwards.
Set choke to "Run" and pull starter cord
10 – 15 times. Clean spark plug. and
screw back on. Replace if necessary.
Pull starter cord 3 times with choke set to
"Run". If engine fails to start, set choke to
"Choke" and perform normal start
procedure. If engine still fails to start,
repeat procedure with a new spark plug.
Contact dealer/repair shop.
Contact repair shop.
Contact repair shop.
Use new fuel.
Clean or replace.
Contact repair shop.
Contact repair shop.
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