When your generator quits running, you need to get it fixed or you’re most likely without a power source. I’ve put together a list of things to check to get your generator running again. A Pulsar generator starts and then dies due to an empty fuel tank, plugged fuel filter, dirty carburetor, clogged fuel line, …
When the engine isn’t giving you good power, you’re not getting good performance out of your edger. An edger bogs down and loses power due to a dirty carburetor, clogged air filter, plugged fuel filter, dirty spark plug, clogged fuel line, plugged fuel tank vent, plugged spark arrestor, or bad fuel. Follow all safety precautions …
Having to keep the choke lever part way on to keep your edger running indicates there is an underlying problem that must be fixed. An edger only runs with the choke on when it isn’t getting enough fuel or it is getting too much air. This can be from running old gas, a hole in …
When your generator won’t start, chances are it’s at a time when it’s your only power source. I’ve put together this list to help you troubleshoot your starting problem. A DuroMax generator won’t start due to a dirty carburetor, plugged fuel filter, plugged fuel tank vent, bad spark plug, plugged air filter, wrong choke setting, …
It’s frustrating when you are trying to achieve a well-manicured lawn and your edger just keeps shutting down and won’t stay running. An edger starts then dies when the engine isn’t getting sufficient air, fuel, and spark. This may be due to a clogged air filter, plugged spark arrestor, plugged cooling system, wrong choke setting, …
It’s important to perform routine maintenance on your chainsaw to keep it in good condition and to minimize issues. When you do run into problems with your saw, you must address them to avoid causing damage and to make sure it is safe to operate. I’ve put together troubleshooting charts and links to more details …
When you press the throttle trigger to run your chainsaw at high speed, you notice it’s no longer giving you the power you expect. A Craftsman chainsaw loses power when the engine doesn’t receive the air, fuel, and spark required for combustion. This can be a result of a dirty spark plug, plugged air filter, …
You find the chain is moving slowly or not at all on your chainsaw. When this happens to you, you must find the cause to avoid causing significant damage. A Craftsman chainsaw chain won’t move, rotate or spin when the chain brake is activated, the chain tension is too tight, the clutch pads are worn, …
Smoke coming from your sign is most likely a problem that can damage the bar and chain or engine if the problem isn’t found and fixed. A Craftsman chainsaw is smoking due to increased friction between the bar and chain, too much oil in the fuel mixture, water in the fuel system, or a plugged …
You start the chainsaw engine with the choke engaged, but now you can’t keep it running unless the choke is on or at half-choke. A Craftsman chainsaw only runs with the choke on when the engine is getting too much air or not enough fuel. This may be due to old gas, a punctured or …