Makita RBC411 Instruction Manual

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17– When the machine is in storage for a long time, drain fuel from the fuel tankand carburetor, as follows: Drain all fuel from the fuel tank. Dispose of properlyand in accordance with all local laws.– Remove the spark plug and a few drops of oil into the spark plug hole. Then,pull the starter gently, so that oil covers the engine inside and tighten the sparkplug.– Clear dirt or dust from the cutter blade and outside of engine, wipe them with aoil-immersed cloth and keep the machine in a place as dry as possible.Fault locationStorageFault System Observation CauseEngine not starting or withdifficultyIgnition system Ignition spark O.K. Fault in fuel supply or compression system, mechanicaldefectNo ignition spark I-O switch operated, wiring fault or short circuit, sparkplug or connector defective, ignition module faultyFuel supply Fuel tank filled Incorrect choke position, carburetor defective, fuelsupply line bent or blocked, fuel dirty.Compression No compression whenpulled overCylinder bottom gasket defective, crankshaft sealsdamaged, cylinder or piston rings defective or impropersealing of spark plugMechanical fault Starter not engaging Broken starter spring, broken parts inside of the engineWarm start problems Tank filled ignition sparkexistingCarburetor contaminated, must be cleanedEngine starts but diesimmediatelyFuel supply Tank filled Incorrect idling adjustment, carburetor contaminatedFuel tank vent defective, fuel supply line interrupted,cable or I-O switch faultyInsufficient performance Several systemsmay simultaneouslybe affectedEngine idling poor Air filter contaminated, carburetor contaminated, mufflerclogged, exhaust duct in the cylinder cloggedDrain fuel Humidity