Harbor Freight Tools 98089 - Manual (Page 16)

SKU 98089 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353 PAGE 16
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6. When storing the Saw, make sure to store the unit in a clean, dry, safe location
out of reach of children and other unauthorized people. For long periods of stor-
age, drain and clean the Fuel Tank (2C, 10C).
CauTiOn! all maintenance, service, or repairs not mentioned in this manual
7.
must only be performed by a qualified service technician.
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Problem Possible Solution
Engine will not start or runs
poorly.
Check for amount of fuel. 1.
Make sure Choke Lever is in proper position. 2.
Make sure Spark Plug Wire is not loose. 3.
Check condition of Spark Plug. Wipe off any access fuel with 4.
a clean, dry cloth. Prior to reinstalling the spark plug, vent the
combustion chamber by pulling the start grip several times.
Make sure Air Filter assembly is clean.
5.
Make sure to press Decompression Valve before starting. Clean/ 6.
replace valve if it pops up without being pulled when unit is off.
Have a qualified service technician check the ignition system.
7.
Have a qualified technician check/adjust the carburetor. The 8.
carburetor is not set to run satisfactorily at altitudes above 5,000
ft.
Engine smokes excessive-
ly when running.
1. Check for proper mix of fuel.
2. Check Air Filter condition.
Saw Blade not rotating up
to full speed.
Check for proper mix and amount of fuel. 1.
Check condition of Spark Plug. 2.
Adjust tension on V-Belt. 3.
Check Air Filter. 4.
Poor quality of cut.
Make sure Blade is undamaged. 1.
Make sure Saw Blade is properly installed. 2.
Kill Switch does not turn off
Engine.
Immediately discontinue use of Cut Off Saw. Have a
qualified service technician check the Kill Switch.