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STORAGE
WARNING: Stop engine and allow
to 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 m otors or switches, furnaces, etc.
Storeunitwithallguards inplace. Positionso
that any sharp object cannot accidentally
cause injury to passersby. Store the unit out
of reach of children.
S Before storing, dr ain all fuel from the unit.
Start engine and allow to run until it stops.
S Clean the unit before storing. Pay particu-
lar attention to the air intake area, keeping
it free of debr is. Use a mild detergent and
sponge to clean the plastic surfaces.
S Donotstore theunit orfuelinaclosedarea
where fuel vapors can reach sparks or an
openflamefromhotwater heaters,electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store in a dry area out of the reach of chil-
dren.
HELPFUL TIP
During storageof your gas/
oilmixture, the oilwill sepa-
rate from the gas.
We recommend that you
shake the gas can weekly
toinsure proper blendingof
the gas and oil.
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 gasohol or u sing et hanol
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?
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Call 1--800--554--6723.
NEED SERVICE PART?
Contact your dealer or place of purchase.
TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine will not
start or will run
only a few
seconds after
starting.
1. Ignition switch off.
2. Engine flooded.
3. Fuel tank empty .
4. Spark plug not firing.
5. Fuel 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.
Engine will
not idle
properly.
1. Idle speed requires
adjustment.
2. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.
1. Air filter dirt y.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Chain brake engaged.
4. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
Engine will not
accelerate,
lacks power,
or dies under
a load.
1. Clean or replace air filter.
2. Clean or replace plug and regap.
3. Disengage chain brake.
4. Contact an authorized service dealer.
Engine
smokes
excessively.
1. Too much oil mixed with
gasoline.
1. Empty fuel tank and refill with
correct fuel mixture.
WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of
therecommended rem ediesbelow except remedies thatrequire operation ofthe unit.
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE
Chain m oves
at idle speed.
1. Idle speed requires
adjustment.
2. Clutch requires repair.
1. See “Carburetor Adjustment” in the
Service and Adjustments Section.
2. Contact an authorized service dealer.