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STORAGE
WARNING:
Stop engineand allowto
cool, and secure the unit before storing
or
transporting
in a vehicle. Store unit and fuel in
an area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks
or open flames from water heaters, electric mo-
tors or switches, furnaces, etc. Store unit with
all guards in place. Position so that any sharp
object
cannot
accidentally
cause
injury
to
passersby.
Store the unit out of reach of chil-
dren.
• Before storing,
drain all fuel from the unit.
Start engine and allow to run until it stops.
• Clean the unit before storing.
Pay particu-
lar attention to the air intake area, keeping
it free of debris. Use a mild detergent
and
sponge
to clean the plastic surfaces.
• Do not store the unit or fuel in a closed area
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
open flame from hot water heaters,
electric
motors or switches,
furnaces,
etc.
• Store in a dry area out of the reach of chil-
dren.
HELPFUL
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CAUTION:
It is important to prevent gum
deposits from forming in essential fuel system
parts such as the carburetor,
fuel filter, fuel
hose,
or fuel
tank
during
storage.
Alcohol
blended fuels (called gasohoI or using ethanol
or methanol) can attract moisture which leads
to fuel mixture
separation
and formation
of
acids during storage. Acidic gas can damage
the engine.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Call 1-800-554-6723.
NEED SERVICE
PART?
Contact your dealer or place of purchase.
TROUBLESHOOTING
TABLE
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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
REMEDY
Engine will not
start or will run
only a few
seconds
after
starting.
CAUSE
1. ignition switch off,
2. Engine flooded.
3. Fuel tank empty.
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. FueI not reaching
carburetor.
1. Move ignition switch to ON.
2. See "Difficult Starting"
in
Operation
Section.
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 "Carburetor
Adjustment"
in the
Service and Adjustments
Section.
2. Contact
an authorized
service dealer.
Engine will
1. Idle speed requires
not idle
adjustment.
properly.
2. Carburetor
requires
adjustment.
Engine will not
1. Air filter dirty.
1. Ctean or replace air filter.
accelerate,
2. Spark
p_ug fouled.
2. Clean or replace
plug and regap.
lacks power.
3. Chain brake engaged.
3. Disengage
chain brake.
or dies under
4. Carburetor
requires
4. Contact
an authorized
service
deater.
a load.
adjustment.
Engine
1. Too much oil mixed with
1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
smokes
gasoline,
correct fuel mixture.
excessively.
Chain moves
1. Idte speed requires
1. See "Carburetor
Adjustment"
in the
at idle speed,
adjustment.
Service and Adjustments
Section.
2. Clutch requires
repair.
2. Contact
an authorized
service dealer.
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