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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Engine Will Not Start Control levers are not in correct
positions for starting.
Make sure the ON/OFF switch is ON, the fuel shut-off valve is open,
and the choke and throttle controls are in the start position.
Spark plug wire is not connected to the
spark plug, or the spark plug is bad.
Connect the spark plug wire or replace the spark plug.
No petrol, or petrol is old and stale. If empty, fill the tank. If full, drain the gas, then fill the tank with fresh
petrol.
Air filter is dirty. Clean out the air filter.
Engine oil is low. Add oil to the engine.
Blocked fuel line. Clean out the fuel line.
Engine Does Not Run
Smoothly
Engine is warm, and the choke is still in
the CHOKE position.
Move the choke to the RUN position.
Air filter is dirty. Clean the air filter.
Stale fuel, water or dirt in fuel, blocked
fuel line.
Drain the fuel tank, clean out the fuel line, and fill the tank with fresh
petrol.
Engine Overheats Chips and sawdust around the engine. Clean off the engine.
Dirty air filter. Clean out the air filter.
Machine Vibrates Or
Makes Unusual Noises
Loose or damaged parts. Check the blades, hammers, impeller, and all connections. Tighten,
repair, or replace any loose or damaged parts.
Impeller or blades have woody residue
or chunks stuck to them.
Clean the impeller and blades.
Chipper/Shredder
No Longer Chips Or
Shreds Well
Dull or damaged blades and
hammers.
Sharpen or replace blades and check the hammers for damage.
Loose, worn, or damaged V-belt. Replace or tighten V-belt.
Chips Do Not Come
Out Of The
Discharge Chute Or
Come Out Slowly
Discharge chute or hopper is clogged.
Turn OFF the motor, disconnect the spark plug, then clean out the
machine
Insufficient engine RPM’s.
Move the throttle to FAST.
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