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Running combustion engines in confined areas CAN KILL IN MINUTES. Engine exhaust

fumes contain carbon-monoxide – a deadly gas that you cannot smell or see. NEVER run a

combustion engine in confined areas EVEN IF windows and doors are open. ONLY run

combustion engines OUTDOORS and away from doors, windows and vents. •

Petrol/fuel/gasoline is extremely flammable – keep clear of naked flames or other ignition

sources. • Products with 4-stroke engines are NOT supplied with engine oil, although traces of oil from the

manufacturing process may be present. It is essential to add adequate engine oil of the correct type to the

engine before use – see

Engine Oil. Failure to add engine oil will void the product warranty. • Do not

have the engine running during inspection and maintenance unless specifically required. • The engine should

be cool enough to touch before performing maintenance activities. • Some maintenance activities may be

beyond the scope of some users. Do NOT attempt procedures that you are not comfortable with, or do not

have the necessary tools, experience or knowledge for – take the unit to an authorised service centre or

qualified technician for servicing.

The following information may assist in identifying a problem and rectifying it.

Difficulty starting the engine.

Possible Fault Action

Lack of fuel or bad fuel mixture Ensure that there is sufficient fuel in the tank. Use new fuel, and for 2-stroke engines,

ensure the 2-stroke engine oil mixture is correct.

Engine "OFF" Ensure engine ON/OFF switch is in the "ON" position.

Carbon build-up on spark plug Perform a spark plug service.

Spark plug faulty Remove the spark plug, then reconnect the plug lead to it. Place the engine ON/OFF switch

in "ON" position (if applicable). Touch the spark plug electrode to a part of the engine

crankcase, away from the spark plug hole, and attempt to start the engine – a spark should

be visible across the electrodes as the engine is rotated. If no spark is visible, replace the

spark plug.

Engine "flooded" with fuel Place the choke in "HOT" or "RUN" position. Leave the engine ON/OFF switch in the "OFF"

position. Remove the spark plug. Pull the starter cord several times to assist clearing

excess fuel from the engine before attempting to start engine.

Engine starts but does not idle.

Possible Fault Action

Blocked air filter Perform an air filter service.

Idle speed requires adjustment Adjust idle speed until engine runs smoothly and at a reasonable speed when idling.

Cutting is poor.

Possible Fault Action

Blades dull or damaged Sharpen or replace the cutting attachment. Use a more suitable cutting attachment type.

Engine in poor state of tune Tune engine.

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