Troubleshooting, Problem possible cause solution – Ryobi RY09605 User Manual
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IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Engine will not start.
No spark.
No fuel.
Battery not charged.
Engine is flooded.
Starter rope pulls harder now than
when new.
Check spark. Remove spark plug.
Reattach the spark plug cap and lay
spark plug on metal cylinder. Pull the
starter rope and watch for spark at
spark plug tip. If there is no spark,
repeat test with a new spark plug.
Push primer bulb until bulb is full of fuel.
If bulb does not fill, primary fuel delivery
system is blocked. Contact a servicing
dealer. If primer bulb fills, engine may
be flooded, proceed to next item.
Charge battery pack.
Allow the unit to sit for 30 minutes.
Place choke in the RUN position. Hold
throttle at full throttle and pull to start.
If unit does not start within 15 pulls,
replace the spark plug and try restarting
the engine.
Contact an Authorized Service
Center.
Engine starts but will not accelerate.
Engine requires approximately three
minutes to warm up.
Allow engine to completely warm up. If
engine does not accelerate after three
minutes, contact a servicing dealer.
Engine starts but will only run at high
speed at half choke.
Carburetor requires adjustment.
Contact an Authorized Service
Center.
Engine does not reach full speed and
emits excessive smoke.
Check lubricant fuel mixture.
Spark arrestor screen is dirty.
Use fresh fuel and the correct 2-cycle
lubricant mix.
Contact an Authorized Service
Center.