Troubleshooting
Problem
No function when the Throttle Trigger (15) is operated
Poor blower power
Poor vacuum suction
Power loss or sudden engine cut-out
Power loss or sudden engine cut-out
Engine will not start
Engine will not start
Engine difficult to start
Possible cause
No power
Defective Throttle Trigger
Blockage
Mode Selector (8) is not correctly positioned
Blockage
Debris Collector (13) is full
Mode Selector (8) is not correctly positioned
Fuel Tank (22) is empty
Water in the fuel
Air filter element clogged
Ignition Switch (14) switched off
Fuel lines clogged
Fuel Tank (22) empty
Spark plug defective or wrongly gapped
Engine or carburettor fault
Ignition not primed
Fuel contaminated or impurities in fuel system
Deposits on the spark plug electrodes
Incorrect use of Choke Lever (20)
Carburettor or choke mechanism damaged
Air filter element dirty or clogged
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Solution
Check fuel system
Replace the Throttle Trigger at an authorised GMC service centre
Clear the blockage by following the instructions provided under
'Clearing a blockage'
Ensure that the Mode Selector is correctly positioned for blower
mode
Clear the blockage by following the instructions provided under
'Clearing a blockage'
Empty the contents of the Debris Collector
Ensure that the Mode Selector is correctly positioned for blower
mode
Refill Fuel Tank
Drain the fuel system and flush with 2-stroke mix
Service air filter element or replace if necessary
Switch on Ignition Switch
Clean fuel lines and flush with new 2-stroke mix
Refill Fuel Tank
Refer to 'Maintaining the spark plug' and replace Spark Plug if
necessary
Contact your authorised GMC service centre to arrange repair
Prime the ignition using the Ignition Primer Bulb (21) before
starting
Clean fuel lines and flush with new 2-stroke mix
Refer to 'Maintaining the spark plug'
Use Choke Lever only if engine is cold
Contact your authorised GMC service centre to arrange repair
Refer to 'Maintaining the air cleaner'
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