Storage; Troubleshooting - YARDMAX YF1565 Operator's Manual

If the walk-behind blower will not be used for a period longer than
30 days, fol low the steps below to prepare your unit for storage.
1. Drain the fuel tank completely. Stored fuel contains ethanol or
MTBE, and can start to go stale in 30 days. Stale fuel has high
gum content and can clog the carburetor and restrict fuel flow.
2. Start the engine and run until it stops. This helps prevent gum
deposits from forming inside the carburetor , which may cause
engine damage.
3. While the engine is still warm,drain the oil from the engine. Refill
with fresh oil of the grade recommended in the Engine Manual.
4. Use clean cloths to clean off the outside of the machine and to
keep the air vents free of obstructions.
Problem
Engine fails to start
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STORAGE

TROUBLESHOOTING

Cause
1. Spark plug wire is disconnected
2.
Out of fuel or stale fuel
3. Throttle control lever or fuel valve
lever is not in the run position
Choke lever is not in CLOSE
4.
position
5.
Blocked fuel line
6.
Fouled spark plug
7.
Engine flooding
8.
Not enough oil in engine
Do not use strong detergents or
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petroleum-based cleaners when
CAUTION
cleaning plastic parts. Chemicals
can damage plastics.
5. Inspect for any loose or damaged parts. Repair or replace
damaged parts and tighten loose screws, nuts or bolts.
6. Store your unit on flat ground in a clean, dry building that has
good ventilation.
Do not store the machine with fuel
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in
a non-ventilated area where fuel
WARNING
fumes may reach flame, sparks, pilot
lights or any ignition sources.
1. Attach spark plug wire securely to spark
plug
2.
Drain old fuel and fill with clean, fresh
gasoline
3.
Move the throttle control lever slightly
to the fast position, and move the fuel
valve lever to the ON position
4. Choke level must be in CLOSE position
for a cold start
5.
Clean fuel line
6.
Clean, adjust gap, or replace
7.
Wait a few minutes to restart the engine
8.
Add oil more oil to engine
Remedy