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Engine Running Behavior
If engine is down on power, difficult to
start or runs poorly at idling speed, first
check the spark plug.
If engine running behavior is
unsatisfactory even though the air filter
is clean and the carburetor properly
adjusted, the cause may be in the
muffler.
:
Remove spark plug – see "Starting /
Stopping the Engine".
:
Have the muffler checked for
contamination (coking).
:
:
Clean dirty spark plug.
Check electrode gap (A) and
readjust if necessary – see
"Specifications".
STIHL recommends that all
maintenance and repair work be carried
out by an authorized STIHL dealer.
:
Use only resistor type spark plugs
of the approved range.
1
Rectify problems which have caused
fouling of spark plug:
:
:
:
Too much oil in fuel mix.
Dirty air filter.
Unfavorable running conditions,
e.g. operating at part load.
Fit a new spark plug after approx.
To reduce the risk of fire and burn
injury, use only spark plugs
100
operating hours
or earlier if the electrodes are badly
eroded.
authorized by STIHL. Always press
spark plug boot
(2)
snugly onto
spark plug terminal (1) of the proper
size. (Note: If terminal has
detachable SAE adapter nut, it must
be attached.)
A loose connection between spark
plug boot and ignition wire
connector in the boot may create
arcing that could ignite combustible
fumes and cause a fire.
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BR 340, BR 380
| Categories | Blower Vacuum and Sweeper Manuals, STIHL Blower and Vacuum Manuals |
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| Tags | STIHL BR 340, STIHL BR 380 |
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| Product Brand | STIHL. Stihl Inc, USA - Corporate phone: (757) 486-9100. International Support Information: http://stihl.com Email: info@stihl.com, Blower Vacuum |
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