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The ECHO Clearing Saw CLS-5800 is a lightweight, gasoline-powered rotary saw designed for brushcutting in hard-to-reach areas, featuring a safety harness and excellent balance for comfortable operation. The manual includes safety instructions, assembly guidelines, operational procedures, and maintenance tips to ensure safe and effective use. Users are warned to follow safety precautions to avoid serious injury and to use only approved cutting attachments.

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CLS5800ef 060105

The ECHO Clearing Saw CLS-5800 is a lightweight, gasoline-powered rotary saw designed for brushcutting in hard-to-reach areas, featuring a safety harness and excellent balance for comfortable operation. The manual includes safety instructions, assembly guidelines, operational procedures, and maintenance tips to ensure safe and effective use. Users are warned to follow safety precautions to avoid serious injury and to use only approved cutting attachments.

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

CLEARING SAW
CLS-5800

CAUTION
Read Rules for Safe Operation
and Instruction Carefully

ECHO POWER EQUIPMENT (CANADA)


501 Newbold Street, London, Ontario Canada N6E 1K4

X750-005 88 3
X750 226-440 3
Printed in Japan 0506n 0605 ES
INTRODUCTION
The ECHO Clearing saw, model CLS-5800 is This manual provides the information necessary
lightweight, high performance gasoline powered for assembly, adjustment, operation and
rotary clearing saw which is designed for maintenance of your unit.
brushcutting, in areas which are difficult to control
by any other means. The machine is equipped with
a safety shoulder harness, and the excellent
balance characteristics plus the available power,
ensures comfortable operation.

Locate this safety decal on your unit. The complete unit illustration found in the “NOMENCLATURE”
section, will help you locate them. Make sure the decal is legible and that you understand and follow
the instructions on them. If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer.

Safety decal: Part number 890317-49030

Safety decal: Part number 890177-51330

CONTENTS
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION .......................................................................................................... 3
NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS ............................................................................................................... 4
TECHNICAL DATA ................................................................................................................................. 4
ASSEMBLING ....................................................................................................................................... 5
OPERATION .......................................................................................................................................... 7
MAINTENANCE AND CARE ................................................................................................................. 10
TROUBLE SHOOTING .......................................................................................................................... 13
LONG TERM STORAGE ....................................................................................................................... 14

This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.

Copyright © 2003 All Rights Reserved.

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING DANGER
1. Do Not operate the unit when you are
1. DO NOT SMOKE WHILE HANDLING
fatigued.
GASOLINE.
2. Do Not operate if other people or animals
are in the work area. 2. DO NOT REFUEL A HOT ENGINE. WAIT
3. Do Not operate the unit without the shield UNIT IT COOLS.
correctly in position.
3. DO NOT OVERFILL THE TANK. SPILLED
4. Do Not operate in a confined area. Carbon
FUEL MUST BE WIPED UP.
monoxide exhaust gas is highly poisonous.
5. Do Not operate the unit while you are 4. ALWAYS STOP THE ENGINE WHEN
smoking. REFUELING.
6. Always wear eye protection goggles when 5. ALWAYS REMOVE THE FUEL CAP
operating the unit. SLOWLY IN ORDER TO RELIEVE ANY
7. Always hold the unit firmly with both hands PRESSURE BUILD UP IN THE TANK.
and with fingers and thumbs encircling the
handles. 6. ALWAYS RESTART THE ENGINE AT
8. Always obey local ordinances regulating the LEAST 3 M AWAY FROM THE REFUELING
use of internal combustion engines in your POINT.
area. 7. ALWAYS STORE GASOLINE IN AN
9. Always use the cutting attachments as APPROVED CONTAINER.
approved and supplied by ECHO POWER
EQUIPMENT (CANADA) for your unit.
10. Always remain alert when operating the unit
to avoid possible injury to yourself and other
people.
11. Always wear the shoulder harness when
operating the unit.
12. Do not operate the unit while under the
influences of drugs or alcohol.

CAUTION
WARNING DANGER
For your protection when operating this unit, SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT FROM THE
comply with all Safety Rules as listed in the IMPROPER USE OF STEEL BLADES.
Operator’s Manual. (Replacement manuals COMPLY WITH ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
are available from your ECHO dealer.) LISTED IN THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL AND
1. Do not operate unless the debris shield SUPPLIED WITH THE BLADES.
and safety harness are in good condition 1. THE ECHO SAW TOOTH BLADE IS
and properly installed. DESIGNED TO CUT BRUSH AND SMALL
TREES.
2. Do not operate if other persons or
animals are in the work area. 2. ECHO WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
THE FAILURE OF CUTTING DEVICES
3. Do not operate without eye protection
WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN TESTED AND
goggles available from your ECHO dealer.
APPROVED BY ECHO FOR USE WITH
THIS UNIT.

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NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS
Part number 890177-51330
Gear housing
Drive shaft assembly
Part number 890317-49030
Throttle trigger Ignition switch

Shield

Spark plug
Grip
Muffler cover
Starter handle

Choke knob

Air cleaner cover


Shoulder harness
Fuel tank

TECHNICAL DATA
CLS-5800
Dimension L×W×H mm 1692 × 545 × 485 (66.6 in × 21.5 in × 19.1 in)
Mass kg 10.0 (22.0 lb): without shoulder harness and cutter head
Engine Type Air cooled two stroke single cylinder
Displacement mL (cm³) 58.2 (3.55 cu.in)
Maximum
revolution r/min 10,000
Carburetor ZAMA (C3M) diaphragm type
Ignition Flywheel magneto: CDI (Capacitor Discharge Ignition)
system
Spark plug NGK BPMR8Y
Starter Recoil starter
Clutch Automatic centrifugal clutch
Fuel Mixing ratio Mixture of gasoline (Unleaded, 89 octane minimum) and
specially blended 50 : 1 ECHO two cycle engine oil.
Tank capacity L 0.68 (23.0 US fl. oz.)
Drive shaft Gear housing 60 degree bevel gears, ratio 1 : 1.4 (Counterclockwise)
assembly Lubrication Good quality lithium grease
Drive shaft High tensile solid steel,10 mm (0.39 in) shaft, 5 bearings
Shield Metal shield mounted on the gear housing for steel blade
applications.

Technical data subject to change without notice.

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ASSEMBLING
DRIVE SHAFT
• Stand engine upright on a level floor.
• Fit drive shaft assembly ensuring that the drive
shaft is correctly engaged.
• Tighten four bolts (M5×25) to fasten drive shaft
assembly.

WARNING DANGER
Bolts M5×25 NEVER START ENGINE WITHOUT SHAFT
TUBE ASSEMBLY INSTALLED.
THIS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.

U-HANDLE INSTALLATION
• Assemble handle and bracket to handle support
Handle support loosely.
• Position handle in comfortable operating position
Adjustable and tighten four bolts (M5×35).

Bolts M5×35
NOTE
The left and right side of the U-Handle are
U-Handle bar adjustable.

RIGHT HANDLE INSTALLATION


Grip • Assemble the handle and bracket to handle
support loosely.
• Position handle in comfortable operating position
Bracket
and tighten four bolts (M5×25).

Adjustable • Fix the throttle cable to the driveshaft assembly


using both clips (M5×22, Nut).
Bolts M5×25
Bolts M5×35
Clip

Gear housing lNSTALLING SHIELD


• Place shield on the bracket of the gear housing,
aligning holes in bracket with those in shield.
• Secure shield to bracket with four bolts (M5×20).

Shield Bracket

Bolts M5×20

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INSTALLATION OF CLEARING BLADE
Adapter plate (A) • Place the blade on the adapter plate (A).
Shield • Place the adapter plate (B) atop the axle.
• The flat side of adapter plate (B) should be on the
blade.
• Put the cup washer on the adapter plate (B) and
secure the lock nut counterclockwise.
Cutter blade • To fasten or loosen the lock nut, use the spanner
Adapter plate (B) (across flats 19).
Cup washer • Inserting a locking tool into the holes of the
adapter plate (A) and gear housing should block
Nut
the axle.
Assemble cutter blade properly

NOTE
The drive shaft is fitted with left hand threads.
Locking tool
Adapter plate (A) Turn locking nut counterclockwise to tighten.

Cup washer Never fasten while applying your weight. Otherwise


Nut the thread of nut could be broken.
Cutter blade
Adapter plate (B)

SHOULDER HARNESS
Shoulder strap
• Install the harness over the both shoulders and
adjust shoulder straps so that the quick release
latch rests low on the right hand side.
• Attach the trimmer/brushcutter to the harness by
means of the quick release latch.
Quick release latch Push • Make some practice sweeps as with a scythe and
readjust the harness as necessary for comfort
and to maintain the cutter parallel to the ground.
Hook

WARNING DANGER
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, PULL THE QUICK
RELEASE LATCH TO DISCONNECT THE
TRIMMER FROM THE HARNESS.

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OPERATION
GENERAL CHECK
• Eneure that all nuts, screws and bolts installed are
Oil 1 properly tightened.
FUEL STATEMENT
Gasoline GASOLINE: Use 89 octane [(R+M)/2] gasoline or
50
gasohol known to be good quality. Gasohol may
contain maximum 10% ethyl (grain) alcohol or 15%
MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasohol
containing methyl (wood) alcohol is not approved.
Fuel mix chart 50 : 1 (2%) OIL: ECHO brand premium two-stroke 50 : 1 oil is
requirred.
US METRIC Mix oil and gasoline /gasohol according to
GAS OIL GAS OIL instructions on the oil container label.
GAL. FL.OZ. L mL MIXING: Follow directions on the oil container.
1 2.6 4 80 NOTE
2 5.1 8 160 Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you
expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days
5 12.8 20 400 when a fuel stabilizer is added.
Stored two-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS
shake fuel container thoroughly before each use.
NOTE
Starter handle: Use short pulls - only 1/2 - 2/3 of
starter rope for starting. Do not let starter rope STARTING COLD ENGINE
snap back in.
Always hold the unit firmly. WARNING DANGER
• WHEN ENGINE IS STARTED, CONFIRM IF
THERE IS NOT ANY ABNORMAL
Sholder level VIBRATION OR SOUND. IF THERE IS
ABNORMAL VIBRATION OR SOUND, ASK
Fuel tank YOUR DEALER TO REPAIR.
• AFTER REFUELING TIGHTEN FUEL CAP
FIRMLY AND CHECK FOR LEAKAGE. IN
CASE OF FUEL LEAKAGE REPAIR BEFORE
Ignition switch STARTING OPERATION SINCE THERE IS A
Throttle trigger
Start/Run DANGER OF FIRE.

• It is not permitted to fill fuel above the shoulder


Stop level of fuel tank.
• Slide switch to START/RUN position as shown.
Push
• Turn choke knob to START (CLOSE) position.
• Pull starter handle until the engine fires. Now, turn
Throttle control lockout
choke knob to RUN (OPEN) position, and if
necessary, restart the engine again and allow to
warm up for a few minutes before using.
• After idling, gradually open throttle and cutter
blade will start to operate as the engine attains
clutch engagement speed of 3,000 r/min
approximately.

RUN(OPEN) STARTING WARM ENGINE


• When engine is warm, start it by pulling starter
START(CLOSE) handle with switch positioned at START/RUN.
(Keep choke knob in RUN (OPEN) position)
• If engine does not start in a few tries, follow same
procedures as starting a cold.
Choke knob

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Throttle trigger Ignition switch
STOPPING ENGINE
• Release throttle trigger and allow to run at an idle
speed.
• Slide ignition switch to “STOP” position.
Stop

CAUTION OPERATING THE MACHINE


Do not allow either people or animals into the • Adjust handle to a convenient position for cutting
work area. Always wear safety goggles when as instructed on page 5.
cutting. Dress properly-Avoid loose clothing.
• Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a
few minutes.
WARNING DANGER • Increase engine speed as necessary.
• NEVER START ENGINE WITHOUT • When mowing shrubs, weeds, or grass, swing the
DRIVESHAFT ASSEMBLY INSTALLED. cutter head from right to left as you move forward.
THIS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
• BEFORE STARTING UP THE ENGINE, - Avoid striking any obstruction such as rocks,
MAKE SURE THAT THE CUTTER BLADE IS stones or tree stumps which can damage the
NOT CONTACTING ANYTHING. cutter head. Do not cut into the ground.
• WHEN TWO OR MORE OPERATORS ARE - To avoid damage to the engine, do not run the
WORKING TOGETHER, ENSURE THAT A engine unloaded at full throttle.
SAFE DISTANCE IS KEPT BETWEEN THEM.
• In the event that the cutter strikes an obstruction
or is otherwise prevented from rotating in normal
operation, the clutch will slip to prevent possible
engine damage. In this case, stop the engine free
the cutter and then start the operation again.
• When grass or weeds have clogged the cutter
head affecting normal operation, first, stop the
engine and then remove the debris.

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STEEL BLADE OPERATIONS
WARNING DANGER
1. SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT FROM
THE IMPROPER USE OF STEEL BLADES.
READ AND COMPLY WITH SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS LISTED IN THIS MANUAL.
2. ECHO WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
THE FAILURE OF CUTTING DEVICES
WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN TESTED AND
APPROVED BY ECHO FOR USE WITH
THIS UNIT.

WARNING DANGER
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. ALWAYS USE THE CORRECT BLADE FOR 6. SHOULD THE BRUSHCUTTER BE
THE JOB AS RECOMMENDED. OPERATED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD
2. BE CAREFUL NOT TO HIT ROCKS, OF HIGH TEMPERATURES, THE GEAR
STONES, TREE STUMPS OR ANY BOX MAY BECOME VERY HOT.
FOREIGN OBJECT WHICH MAY DAMAGE IF TOO HOT TO TOUCH, ALLOW THE UNIT
THE BLADE. TO COOL DOWN, CHECK THE
3. DO NOT CUT INTO THE GROUND TO LUBRICATION AS PER “MAINTENANCE”
AVOID DULLING THE BLADE. AND CONTINUE TO OPERATE IF IN
ORDER.
4. ALWAYS STOP THE ENGINE AND
EXAMINE THE BLADE AFTER STRIKING 7. TO AVOID ENGINE DAMAGE, DO NOT
AN OBSTRUCTION. RUN ON FULL THROTTLE WITHOUT
DO NOT OPERATE WITH A BLADE WHICH LOAD.
IS BLUNT, BENT, FRACTURED, OR 8. DO NOT OPERATE THE BRUSHCUTTER
DISCOLORED DUE TO OVERHEAT. WITHOUT THE HARNESS AND DEBRIS
5. IN THE EVENT, THAT THE BLADE SHIELD CORRECTLY FITTED.
STRIKES AN OBSTRUCTION, OR IS 9. ALWAYS INSPECT THE WORK AREA AND
OTHERWISE PREVENTED FROM REMOVE ANY FOREIGN OBJECTS.
ROTATING IN NORMAL OPERATION, THE
CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH WILL SLIP TO
PREVENT ENGINE DAMAGE.
IN THIS CASE, STOP THE ENGINE, FREE
AND EXAMINE THE BLADE AND IF IN
GOOD ORDER, RESUME OPERATION.

SMALL TREES
• The unit will effectively cut small trees up to 8 cm
diameter using new blade approved by ECHO.
• Before attempting to cut, ensure that the falling
tree will fall away from you, and if necessary, tie a
rope to the tree and have an assistant pull it in a
safe direction.
• Do not attempt to “plunge cut”, i.e. using the
brushcutter like an axe. It is not necessary and
may cause serious damage to the machine.
• Brace your feet firmly on the ground and cut with
the left hand side of the blade.

NOTE
1. Always cut on full throttle.
2. Never try cutting with a blunt blade.

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MAINTENANCE AND CARE
- ALWAYS KEEP THE UNIT CLEAN -
AIR FILTER
• Clean before using the unit.
- Close choke and remove air cleaner cover.
Air filter
- Remove air filter (Air filter is located inside air
Air cleaner cover cleaner cover).
- Brush off dust lightly or clean with compressed
air.
- Reinstall cover and engage latch.

FUEL FILTER
• Check periodically.
- Do not allow dust to enter into fuel tank.
- Clogged filter will cause difficulty in starting
engine or abnormalities in engine performances.
- Pick up fuel filter through fuel inlet port with a
piece of steel wire or the like.
Fuel tank Fuel filter - When filter is dirty, wash it in suitable cleaning
fluid or replace it.

Muffler MUFFLER AND EXHAUST PORT (SAM)


Muffler cover
• Clean as necessary.
• Carbon deposits in cylinder exhaust port and
muffler will reduce engine output.
- Muffler can be removed by taking off muffler
cover.
- Remove spark arrestor screen from muffler.
Spark arrestor screen - Clean carbon deposits from screen and muffler
components.
Gasket - Be careful not to scratch cylinder or piston when
cleaning cylinder exhaust port.
Use non-ferrous plastic or wood.
- Replace spark arrestor screen if it is cracked,
Gasket plugged or has holes burned through.
- Inspect gaskets, replace if damaged.
Muffler
- Assemble components in reverse order.
(See left figure.)

CYLINDER FINS
• Check periodically.
• Clogged fins will result in poor engine cooling.
• Remove dirt and dust from between fins to let
cooling air pass easily.

Cylinder fins

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SPARK PLUG
• Check periodically.
• Standard spark plug gap is 0.6 to 0.7 mm
(0.024 to 0.028 in).
• Replace if either electrode is worn or if the
insulator is fouled by oil or other deposits.
• TORQUE = 15 to 17 N•m (130 to 145 in•lb)
0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.024 - 0.028 in)
NOTE
Do not over torque.

Gear housing GEAR HOUSING


Bolt
• Remove the bolt every 50 hours and check.
• Replenish as necessary, but do not overfill.
- Good quality lithium multi grease is
recommendable.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor
is set in compliance with Emission Regulations. In
addition, the carburetor is equipped with “H” (High
Speed Needle) and “L” (Low Speed Needle)
Idle speed needle adjustment limited that prevent settings
adjustment screw (T) outside acceptable limits.
Low speed needle (L) 1. Before adjusting carburetor clean or replace air
High speed needle (H) filter.
2. Make sure the cutting attachments such as
hedge clipper blades or circular saw are
properly adjusted.
3. Start engine and run several minutes to bring to
operating temperature. Flash choke twice during
warm-up to clear any air from the fuel system.
4. Stop engine.
Turn “H” speed needle counterclockwise (CCW)
to stop.
Turn “L” speed needle midway between full
clockwise (CW) stop and CCW stop.
5. Idle Speed Adjustment:
WARNING DANGER • Start engine, turn “Idle” speed adjustment
CUTTING ATTACHMENT MUST NOT TURN screw CW until the cutting attachment begins
OR MOVE WHEN UNIT IS IDLING. to turn, then turn screw out CCW until the
cutting attachment stops turning.
Turn screw out, CCW, an additional 1/4 turn.
CAUTION 6. Accelerate to full throttle for 2 - 3 seconds to
When starting, idling adjustment speed clear any excess fuel in the engine, then return
should be adjusted not to rotate the cutting to idle.
attachment. Accelerate engine to full throttle to check for
Correct idle speed is adjusted 2,400 to smooth transition from idle to high speed.
2,800 r/min. Or 1/4 turn counterclockwise If engine hesitates turn “L” needle CCW 1/8 turn
from the point the cutting attachment stops and repeat acceleration.
moving. Continue adjustment until smooth acceleration
When there is some trouble with the results.
carburetor, refer to your distributor or dealer. 7. Check idle speed and reset if necessary as
described in item 5. If a tachometer is available
idle speed should be set between 2,400 to
2,800 r/min.

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CHECK FUEL SYSTEM
• Check before every use.
• After refuelling make sure fuel does not leak or
exude from around fuel pipe, fuel grommet or fuel
tank cap.
• In case of fuel leakage or exudation there is a
danger of fire. Stop using the machine
immediately and request your dealer to inspect or
replace.

Fig. 1 FILING THE BLADE


Tooth height
(A)
• File with round file 4.0 to 4.8 mm (3/16” to 5/32”).
• The blade should be filed on the breast side and
Center line equally on each single tooth. (Fig 1)

Field blade

(B)
Fig. 2
15°
• The cutting angle should be approximately 15
degress.
• The bottom of the tooth must be rounded off.
Sharp edges can cause crack formation. (Fig 2)

15°

MAGNETO
The unit is incorporated with a CDI (Capacitor
Discharge Ignition) system, which does not require
adjustment of ignition timing and the contact
breaker point gap.
Ensure wire connections and couplers assembling.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Poor performance of the engine and/or trimming mechanism can normally be prevented by carefully
following instructions.
Poor performances can easily be corrected even by a beginner.
When the engine does not function properly check the following three (3) points first.
• Is engine compression adequate?
• Is fuel system in good condition and is enough fuel being supplied?
• Is electrical system in good condition and is spark plug operating normally?
When there is serious trouble with the unit, do not try to repair it yourself but have your distributor or dealer
do it for you. For detailed TROUBLE SHOOTING refer to tables 1 and 2. Locate the problem on the
following charts and repair as necessary.

Table 1
Fuel is not Fuel filter clogged Clean or replace.
reaching
carburetor Fuel pipe clogged Clean.
Suction insufficient Make sufficient.
Fuel is not
reaching Fuel filter clogged Clean or replace.
cylinder
Carburetor out of order Disassemble and check.
Engine does not start (or, is difficult to start)

There is fuel in the tank

C.D.I. module defective Remove and replace.

Ignition coil defective Remove and replace.


Engine cranks

No spark at high Wire connection defective Reconnect.


tension cord end
High-tension cord connection Repair as necessary.
defective
Switch is grounded Switch on.
Fuel is reaching cylinder

Insulator cracked Replace plug.


Fuel is reaching carburetor

Spark gap incorrect Adjust.


No spark at plug
Covered with carbon Clean or replace.
There is spark at high

Fouled with fuel Clean or replace.


tension cord end

Starting procedures incorrect Start correctly.


Low and high speed needle Readjust.
There is spark at plug

setting too lean


Fuel does Metering lever spring too strong Readjust.
not keep
running Fuel pump diaphragm defective Replace.
Starting procedures

Fuel passage clogged with dust Disassemble and clean.

Accelera- Fuel leaking from fixing Retighten all screws.


tion and surfaces of carburetor
low speed
function Air valve, fuel tank cap Replace or clean.
correct

defective does not work normally


Fuel pump does not operate Check impulse drilling.

Fuel inlet needle valve Clean.


Carburetor clogged with dust
overflow
Metering lever spring not placed Correct.
in dent of lever
This is because fuel
mixture is too rich.
Muffler sticky Start the engine several
with fuel times with choke shutter
fully open and run at fast
idle until engine does not
smoke.
Bearing damaged Disassemble and replace.
Engine does Piston and/or cylinder seized Disassemble and replace.
not crank
Crankshaft worn Disassemble and replace.

Crankshaft contacting Disassemble and replace.


crankcase

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Table 2
Improper fuel used Use fuel with correct mixing ratio.
Never use gasoline of poor quality.

Spark plug defective (burnt) Replace.

Engine overheated As cooling fins clogged, air Clean fins.


does not pass well

Excessive deposits in Disassemble and remove carbon.


combustion chamber

Plug damaged or fouled Replace or clean.


Engine speed insufficient

Firing function defective


Combustion poor due to Check wiring.
defective wiring

High-speed needle Readjust.


setting incorrect
Carburetor defective
Carburetor overflow Refer to Table 1.

Air cleaner clogged Clean as necessary.


Machine does not trim properly

Compression insufficient Disassemble, check and replace


(piston ring stuck or worn if necessary.
out)
Other troubles
Cylinder chromium plating Replace cylinder.
peeled or worn out

Exhaust port clogged with Clean as necessary.


carbon

Throttle is not fully open Readjust.

Improper setting Set properly.


Eengine runs normally

Blade does not cut well


Height of cutter uneven Correct properly.

Overloaded Adjust load.


Blade does not rotate
Clutch shoe worn out Replace.

WARNING DANGER
FUEL VAPORS ARE EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE AND MAY CAUSE FIRE AND/OR EXPLOSION.
NEVER TEST FOR IGNITION SPARK BY GROUNDING SPARK PLUG NEAR CYLINDER PLUG
HOLE, OTHERWISE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY MAY RESULT.

LONG TERM STORAGE


• Inspect and adjust every part of the unit. • Drain fuel tank, pull starter handle slowly a few
times to drain fuel from carburetor.
- Completely clean every part, and repair, if
necessary. • Pour a small amount of clean motor oil into spark
plug hole, pull starter handle and then crank the
- Apply thin coating of oil on metal parts to prevent
engine until TOP DEAD CENTER.
rust.
• Store in a dry area, free from dust.
- Remove the cutter head, apply sufficient
oil coating and wrap up in plastic sheet.

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