Trouble Shooting - Stanley PG6133 Instruction Manual

STORAGE
Warning: Perform the following steps after each use:
• Allow the engine to cool and secure the unit before storing or transporting.
• Store chain saw and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapours cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
• Store chain saw with all guards in place and position chain saw so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury.
• Store chain saw well out of the reach of children .
Seasonal Storage
Prepare your unit for storage at the end of the season or if it will not be used for 30 days or more. If your chain saw is to be stored for
a period of time:
• Clean saw thoroughly before storage.
• Store in a clean dry area.
• Lightly oil external metal surfaces and guide bar,
• Oil the chain and wrap it in heavy paper or cloth.
TROUBLE SHOOTING TABLE
Warning: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug
before performing all of the recommended remedies
below except remedies that require operation of the
unit.
Trouble
Engine will not start
or will run only a few
seconds after starting.
Engine will not idle
properly
Engine will not
accelerate, lacks
power, or dies under
a load.
Engine smokes
excessively.
Cause
1. Ignition switch off.
2. Engine flooded.
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. Fuel not reaching carburettor.
1. Idle speed requires adjustment.
2. Carburettor requires adjustment.
1. Air filter dirty.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Chain brake engaged.
4. Carburettor requires adjustment.
1. Too much oil mixed with gasoline.
Remedy
1. Move ignition switch to ON.
2. See "Difficult Starting" on page 19
3. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture.
4. Install new spark plug.
5. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace. Check for
kinked or split fuel line; repair or replace.
1. See "Carburettor Adjustment" on page 28.
2. Contact an authorized service centre.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or replace plug and regap.
3. Disengage chain brake.
4. Contact an authorized service centre.
1. Empty fuel tank and refill with correct fuel
mixture.
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