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benf101

Chainsaw stalling out

benf101
12 years ago

My chainsaw stalls out after running for a short time. It cuts great for a minute or two and then dies. Once it dies it won't restart unless it rests for 10 or 15 minutes.

Before this happened, I just mixed a new batch of 2-stroke gas mixture. Is it possible that the mixture is wrong causing it to stall out when hot? Or is it a coincidence that it happened shortly after the new gas was mixed?

Comment (1)

  • ladylake
    12 years ago

    Thing to check
    Check for spark after it stalls , if none bad coil, not likely in 2 minutes
    Muffler screen
    Fuel filter
    Tank vent loosen cap after stalling, if that helps clogged vent
    Fuel lines for cracks
    Clogged screen in carb
    High jet set too lean

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