Problem Identification - Stiga BP 375 Operator's Manual

Intervention
Cleaning the air filter
Cleaning the spark plug
Replace spark plug
*** Interventions which must be carried out by your dealer or an authorised assistance centre

14. PROBLEM IDENTIFICATION

PROBLEM
1. The engine will not start
or will not keep running
2. The engine starts
but lacks power.
3. The engine runs
irregularly and lacks
power when revved
4. The engine makes
too much smoke
5. If the engine floods
6. The rotor rotates, but
the air does not come
out from the blower tube
7. Excessive noise and/or
vibration is experienced
whilst working
8. The machine has
struck a foreign body.
9. The machine gives off
smoke whilst working
If problems persist after having performed the above operations, contact your dealer.
PROBABLE CAUSE
Incorrect starting procedure.
Dirty spark plug or incorrect
distance between the electrodes
Air filter clogged
Carburetion problems
Air filter clogged
Carburetion problems
Dirty spark plug or incorrect
distance between the electrodes
Carburetion problems
Incorrect composition of
the fuel mixture
Carburetion problems
The starter grip has been pulled
repeatedly with the choke engaged
Blocked or clogged blower tube
Loose or damaged parts
Damaged or loose parts.
Damaged blower.
Frequency
8-10 hours / every season
10 hours / every season
100 hours / every season
Follow the instructions (par. 6.3).
Check the spark plug (par. 8.2).
Clean and/or replace the filter (par. 8.1).
Contact the authorised assistance centre.
Clean and/or replace the filter (par. 8.1).
Contact the authorised assistance centre.
Check the spark plug (par. 8.2).
Contact the authorised assistance centre.
Prepare the fuel mixture according
to the instructions (par. 7.2).
Contact the authorised assistance centre.
Remove the spark plug (par. 8.2) and gently
pull the starter rope handgrip (Fig. 6.A) to
eliminate any excess fuel; then dry the spark
plug electrodes and remount it on the engine.
Stop the machine and remove
any obstructions.
Stop the machine and disconnect
the spark plug cable (Fig. 9.F).
Inspect for damage.
Check for and tighten any loose parts.
Have all checks, repair work and
replacements carried out by a
specialised Centre only.
Stop the machine and disconnect
the spark plug cable (Fig. 9.F).
Inspect for damage.
Check for and tighten any loose parts.
Have all checks, repair work and
replacements carried out by a
specialised Centre only.
Do not use the machine. Immediately turn
off the machine, disconnect the spark
plug cable and contact a service centre.
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8.1
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SOLUTION