WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing all of the
recommended remedies below except remedies that require operation of the unit.
When all the possible causes have been checked and the problem is not resolved, consult an
Authorised Service Centre. If a problem occurs that is not listed in this table, consult an Authorised
Service Centre.
PROBLEM
Engine will not start or will
run only a few seconds
after starting.
Engine starts but will not
accelerate properly or will
not run properly at high
speed.
Engine does not reach full
speed and / or emits
excessive smoke
Engine starts, runs and
accelerates but will not
idle.
Engine starts and runs, but
cutting attachment is not
rotating
WARNING:
touch the cutting
attachment while the
engine is running.
WARNING: Do not attempt to carry out repairs without the necessary repairs and
technical expertise. Poorly executed repairs will automatically invalidate the warranty and
relieve the manufacturer of all liability.
15. TROUBLESHOOTING
POSSIBLE CAUSES
1. No spark
2. Flooded engine.
Carburetor
adjustment.
1. Check oil fuel mixture.
2. Air filter dirty.
3. Carburetor requires
adjustment.
Carburetor
adjustment.
1. Clutch, bevel drive or
transmission shaft
damaged
2. Incorrectly installed
Never
attachment
1. Watch for spark at spark plug
tip. If there is no spark, repeat
test with a new spark plug
(CMR7H).
2. Follow procedure page 28. If
engine still fails to start, repeat
procedure with a new spark
plug.
requires
Contact a Servicing Dealer for
carburetor adjustment.
1. Use fresh fuel and the correct
2-cycle oil mix.
2. Clean
Maintenance-Air Filter Section.
3. Contact a Servicing Dealer for
carburetor adjustment.
requires
Turn idle speed screw "T"
(Fig. 21) clockwise to increase idle
speed. See Operation-Carburetor
Adjustment.
1. Replace if necessary - contact a
Servicing Dealer.
2. Mount
correctly
instructions in the ASSEMBLY
section)
SOLUTION
per
instruction
in
the
attachment
(refer
to
the
GB
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