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TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING
Before performing any type of maintenance/service, disengage all controls and stop the engine. Wait until all moving parts
have come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug wire and ground it against the engine to prevent unintended starting.
Always wear safety glasses during operation or while performing any adjustments or repairs.
This section addresses minor service issues. To locate an authorized service center or to schedule service, call 1-888-331-4569.
PROBLEM
CAUSE
REMEDY
Engine fails to start
1. Spark plug wire disconnected.
2. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel.
3. Choke lever not in CHOKE position.
4. Faulty spark plug.
5. Blocked fuel line.
6. Dirty air cleaner.
1. Connect wire to spark plug.
2. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline.
3. Move choke to CHOKE position.
4. Service spark plug following instructions in the
Maintenance section.
5. Clean fuel line.
6. Service air cleaner following instructions in the
Maintenance section.
Engine running erratically/
inconsistent RPM (hunting or
surging)
1. Unit running with CHOKE applied.
2. Spark plug wire loose.
3. Blocked fuel line or stale fuel.
4. Water or dirt in fuel system.
5. Dirty air cleaner.
6. Carburetor not adjusted properly.
1. Move choke lever to RUN position.
2. Connect and tighten spark plug wire.
3. Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh (less than 30
days old) gasoline.
4. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel.
5. Clean or replace air cleaner.
6. Contact an authorized service center.
Engine Overheats
1. Engine oil level low.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
3. Carburetor not adjusted properly.
1. Fill crankcase with proper oil.
2. Service air cleaner following instructions in the
Maintenance section.
3. Contact an authorized service center.
Leaking Cylinder
1. Broken seals.
2. Scored cylinder.
1. Contact an authorized service center.
2. Contact an authorized service center.
Will not split logs
1. Reservoir fluid level low.
1. Refill hydraulic fluid.
Cylinder rod will not move
1. Broken drive shaft.
2. Shipping plugs left in hydraulic hoses.
3. Set screws in flexible pump coupler not
adjusted properly.
4. Loose shaft coupling.
5. Gear sections damaged.
6. Damaged relief valve.
7. Hydraulic lines blocked.
8. Incorrect oil level.
9. Damaged or blocked control valve.
1. Contact an authorized service center.
2. Disconnect hydraulic hoses, remove shipping plugs,
reconnect hoses.
3. Contact an authorized service center.
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7. Flush and clean hydraulic system.
8. Check oil level. Refill if necessary.
9. Contact an authorized service center.
Engine stalls during splitting
1. Low horsepower/weak engine.
2. Overloaded cylinder.
1. Contact an authorized service center.
2. Do not attempt to split wood against the grain.
If engine stalls repeatedly, contact an authorized
service center.
