When the machine is in storage for a long time, drain fuel from the fuel tank and–carburetor, as follows: Drain all fuel from the fuel tank. Dispose of properly and inaccordance 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 spark plug.Clear dirt or dust from the cutter blade and outside of engine, wipe them with a–oil-immersed cloth and keep the machine in a place as dry as possible. Drain fuel HumidityFault locationFault System Observation CauseEngine not startingor with difficultyIgnition system Ignition spark O.K. Fault in fuel supply or compression system, mechanical defectNo ignition spark I-O switch operated, wiring fault or short circuit, spark plug orconnector defective, ignition module faultyFuel supply Fuel tank filled Incorrect choke position, carburetor defective, fuel supply line bentor blocked, fuel dirtyCompression No compressionwhen pulled overCylinder bottom gasket defective, crankshaft seals damaged,cylinder or piston rings defective or improper sealing of spark plugMechanical fault Starter not engaging Broken starter spring, broken parts inside of the engineWarm start problems Tank filled ignitionspark existingCarburetor contaminated, must be cleanedEngine starts butdies immediatelyFuel supply Tank filled Incorrect idling adjustment, carburetor contaminatedFuel tank vent defective, fuel supply line interrupted, cable or I-Oswitch faultyInsufficientperformanceSeveral systemsmay simultaneouslybe affectedEngine idling poor Air filter contaminated, carburetor contaminated, muffler clogged,exhaust duct in the cylinder cloggedSTORAGEGeneral Engine assembly, screws and nuts Visual inspection for damage and tightnessCheck for general condition and securityAfter each refuelling Throttle leverSafety lock keyON-OFF switchFunctional checkFunctional checkFunctional checkDaily Sponge element (air filter)Cooling air ductCutting bladeIdling speedTo be cleanedTo be cleanedCheck for damage and sharpnessInspection (cutting tool must not move)Weekly Spark plugMufflerInspection, replace if necessaryCheck and if necessary clean the openingQuarterly Suction head (gas line filter)Fuel tankTo be replacedTo be cleanedShutting down procedure Fuel tankCarburetorEmpty fuel tankOperate until engine runs out of fuel21