Use and Care Manual

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Routine Maintenance (continued)
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Carburetor Idle Adjustment
ENGINE BREAK-IN
New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks
of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made.
During the break-in period your engine performance will increase
and exhaust emissions will stabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as
required.
NOTICE: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in
compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other
than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized dealer.
□ Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is
available, idle speed screw (1) should be set to 3,400 RPM.
Turn idle screw (see Fig. 11):
(1) clockwise to increase idle speed.
(1) counterclockwise to decrease idle speed.
WARNING: When carburetor adjustment is completed,
the attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious
personal injury may result.
Fig. 11
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM: ENGINE WILL NOT START
Possible Cause(s) Solution(s)
The Ignition Switch is in the “OFF” position. Move Ignition Switch to the ON position.
The engine is flooded. See Starting A Flooded Engine in OPERATION section. (Page 8, step 3)
The Fuel Tank is empty. Fill the tank with correct fuel mixture.
The Spark Plug is not firing. Replace the Spark Plug.
Fuel is not reaching the carburetor. Check for kinked or split fuel line; repair or replace.
The Carburetor requires adjustment. Call the toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
PROBLEM: ENGINE WILL NOT ACCELERATE, LACKS POWER OR STALLS
Possible Cause(s) Solution(s)
The choke is on. Move the Choke Lever to "Run/Warm Start" position to turn off choke.
The air filter is dirty. Clean the air filter.
The Spark Plug is fouled. Clean or replace the Spark Plug.
The Carburetor requires adjustment. Call the toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
There is carbon build-up on the Muffler outlet screen. Call the toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
The compression is low. Call the toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
PROBLEM: ENGINE SMOKES EXCESSIVELY
Possible Cause(s) Solution(s)
The fuel mixture is incorrect. Empty the Fuel Tank and refill with correct fuel mixture.
The air filter is dirty. Clean or replace the air filter.
The Carburetor requires adjustment. Call the toll free phone number below for technical assistance.
PROBLEM: AUGER BIT JUMPS OR DRILLS SLOWLY
Possible Cause(s) Solution(s)
The Earth Blade or Fishtail Point is worn. Replace it with corrected part from manufacturer.
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