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Fault
Engine running roughly.
Heavy smoke formation.
Excessive vibration during
operation.
Tilling performance
reduced.
Loud gearbox noise.
Drive shaft does not rotate
when clutch lever
actuated.
Oil leaking from gearbox
or engine.
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Cause
Oil bath air filter dirty.
Incorrect fuel used.
Insufficient fuel in fuel
tank.
Oil level in engine too
high.
Oil bath air filter dirty.
Angle of machine
inclination over 15°.
Engine mounting loose.
Hoes incorrectly installed. ► Install hoes correctly.
Hoes worn.
Blade spur incorrectly set. ► Adjust blade spur.
Blade spur incorrectly set. ► Adjust blade spur.
Drive belt worn.
Incorrect oil level in
gearbox.
Components in gearbox
worn.
Cable defective.
Drive belt worn.
Components in gearbox or
engine worn.
Remedy
► Clean or replace oil bath air filter.
► Check fuel.
► Refill fuel tank.
► Drain engine oil.
► Clean or replace oil bath air filter.
► Place machine in horizontal working position.
► Tighten engine mounting bolts.
► Replace hoes.
► Consult a STIHL specialist dealer.
► Check oil level in gearbox.
► Consult a STIHL specialist dealer.
► Check or replace cable.
► Consult a STIHL specialist dealer.
► Consult a STIHL specialist dealer.
18 Troubleshooting
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