Operation Manual

Maintenance and care
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Spark plug
1. Tighten the spark plug with a torque of
12-15 Nm.
2. Push the spark plug connector onto the spark
plug.
ADVICE
Spark plug gap = 0,6 - 0,7 mm [0.025“] .
see Figure 8
Carburettor adjustment
The carburettor is optimally adjusted at the fac-
tory.
STORAGE
CAUTION!
Risk of fire and/or explosion!
Do not store the machine in the vicinity
of naked flames or heat sources.
Empty the fuel tank before long periods of
storage (over the winter).
Only empty the fuel tank outdoors.
Allow the engine to cool down before storage.
1. Empty the fuel tank.
2. Start the engine and let it idle until it stops.
3. Let the engine cool down.
4. Loosen the spark plug with a spark plug so-
cket.
5. Pour a teaspoon of 2-stroke oil into the com-
bustion chamber.
6. Pull the starter cord slowly several times to
distribute the oil in the interior of the engine.
7. Screw the spark plug back in.
8. Thoroughly clean and service the device.
9. Store the device in a cool dry place.
CAUTION!
Fire hazard!
Do not store fuelled machine in buildings
where the petrol fumes might come into
contact with naked flames or sparks!
RECOMMISSIONING
1. Remove the spark plug.
2. Quickly pull the starter cord to remove leftover
oil from the combustion chamber.
3. Clean the spark plug and check the spark
gap. Replace if necessary.
4. Prepare the device for operation.
5. Fill the tank with the correct fuel/oil mixture
(50:1).
DISPOSAL
Do not dispose of worn-out machines
or spent batteries (including recharge-
able batteries) in domestic waste!
The packaging, device and accessories
are made from recyclable materials, and
must be disposed of accordingly.
TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION
Engine does not start Incorrect starting procedure Observe operating instructions
Wrong lever position on the
choke
Set the lever to RUN
Dirty, incorrectly adjusted or
wrong spark plug
Clean, adjust or exchange the
spark plug
Engine starts but does not con-
tinue to run
Fuel filter clogged Exchange the filter
Wrong lever position on the
choke
Set the lever to RUNEngine starts but does not run
with full performance
Air filter clogged Clean or exchange the filter
Motor runs spasmodically Dirty, incorrectly adjusted or
wrong spark plug
Clean, adjust or exchange the
spark plug
Excessive smoke Incorrect fuel mixture Use the correct fuel mixture