Having to run your chainsaw with the choke knob pulled out to engage the choke indicates you have a problem that must be fixed for the best performance. A SENIX chainsaw only runs with the choke on when the engine is getting too much air or not enough fuel. This can be caused by a …
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When trying to determine the reason your chainsaw has started to smoke, you’ll need to identify whether the smoke is coming from the bar or from the exhaust. Stop running your saw so you don’t cause additional problems and damage. A SENIX chainsaw is smoking due to increased friction between the bar and chain because …
A chainsaw is a good tool to have on hand to clean up after a storm or to cut a little wood for heating. For most homeowners, it’s not an item you use regularly so it is frustrating when you go to use it and the engine won’t start. A SENIX chainsaw won’t start when …
Having to keep the choke engaged to keep the engine running indicates a problem has developed with your lawn edger. A STIHL edger only runs with the choke on when the engine is getting too much air or too little fuel. This is caused by old fuel, a puncture in the fuel line, a plugged …
A STIHL edger won’t start due to a wrong choke setting, plugged air filter, plugged fuel filter, clogged fuel line, dirty carburetor, plugged fuel tank vent, plugged spark arrestor, bad spark plug, faulty starter recoil, wrong fuel mixture, or old gasoline. The STIHL engine may be flooded causing your starting problem. Keep reading for additional …
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 …
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, …