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EnginE pERfoRmAncE is sluggish
• Engine performance depends on the carb settings and
how they compensate for the weather & atmospheric
conditions. Before suspecting other issues, richen the
main needle by at least ¼ turn CCW, then retune the
engine.
• Try installing a new glowplug.
• If carb settings are proper, ensure the fuel is fresh.
Old fuel, or fuel that has been left uncapped for a long
period, may cause sluggish performance.
piston stuck At top of cylindER–top dEAd cEntER (tdc)
• A brand new engine that has not had a lot of break-in
will typically have a very tight fit between the piston
and the top of the cylinder (known as “pinch), since the
cylinder has a tapered fit. The fit should not be so tight
that then engine cannot be started. If the piston gets
stuck at TDC, use a pair of pliers to grasp the flywheel
from the bottom of the engine. Rotate the flywheel CCW
(viewed from the front of the engine) until the flywheel
turns; you should feel the piston become unstuck from
the top of the cylinder.
WARRANTY
This product is guaranteed to be free from defects in
materials and workmanship for a period of 1 year from the
date of purchase when returned for service accompanied
by proof of purchase (register receipt, credit card invoice,
etc.).
Damage caused by customer disassembly/assembly,
modification of components, improper use, or any use of
the product for other than its specific intended use will
automatically void this warranty.
