Having extreme problems starting my new 440. Fuel (50;1 was purchassed at the same time. . How come?
2075298
Press priming pump 5-6 times. Choke on, pull starter HARD 4-5 times or until engine "pops". Choke off, pull HARD, should start.
2075299
I had a problem starting mine also, I think I flooded it. I went by the start up procedure the next time and had no problem--started right up.
2075300
50:1 gas:oil should be just fine for starting.. I don't recall if they mfg wants more oil for break-in, but I think it matters little if your break in is a few minutes here and there, nothings going to get real hot. On starting follow the instructions. I can say I consider the saw hard starting, but it does start and once warm starts easily.
2075301
One important step of the starting procedure you may be overlooking. You have to lock the safety brake lever. THIS SETS THE CARB FOR EASY STARTING. Then when it starts immediately release the lever because the engine will be running fast wearing the clutch. I have never had trouble starting my saw. I agree with others-use alcohol-free gas. I call it no-corn gas.
2075302
Follow the procedure on the starting label..... choke on, push priming bulb until it is full of fuel, then pull starter until the engine attempt to fire. Then choke off. The problem from there is that the saw wants a pretty full throttle for the remaining pulls until it starts. I stick my right foot in the throttle/handle area so that it engages the throttle (and holds the saw down securely). I have had no problems starting the unit employing this method.
2075303
I really don't know. If you can take it back do it. My 440 has ruined four bars. The oiler hose plugs up and seizes the roller nose bar. I sold the pos yesterday for 80.00.
2075304
What kinda gas have you ran? I ONLY use NON ethanol premium. Any small engine is way better off with no ethanol in the gas. Dump out your old gas and get fresh stuff without ethanol. Mine still starts within 3 pulls every time.
157190
Have you adjusted the fuel mixture setting on the carb? May be too rich. It's on the bottom part, near the corner
1508542
Been there done that, the electric start didn't wirk. So I kick started it , I went 0-35 out of my garage into rear end of truck...there is no idle or shift so don't do what I did, u could end up dead. The company I bought from finally agreed to reimburse me, but not shipping.Amazon will get $ back to my account and giving me provincial credit for my shipping costs..this is an ongoing problem with this scooter and the Co. That sell it know it. Sorry I'm not buying another one
1535740
Yes, that is the reason I purchased this product, my fuel sending unit wasn't working.
239316
should not be the one I have will start on 2nd pull with the choke check spark plug and the fire. did have to change the coil on the one I have and check the bowl on the the carb make shore its not gummed up . turn the fuel off and let it run out of gas .now if you are where its cold it will be hard to start you my have to pull on it 7 or 8 times my one will do it at about 50 f or below
1633578
i still have my brand new one that is not working....they ask me to send it to a corporated store in Miami...i am in the bahamas...I repared the first one but not this one....so I have to pay for transport to «Miami and then if it only a bad connection that I didn't find I will have to pay for the work at the shop.Hello this is a brand new generator...so I think I will have to buy another from another compagny...a tri-fuel one or gazoline one that I could change the carburator for propane with a kit...that I already did it a few times and it work good.....Pierre
1129377
I saw the same problem, and it refuse to light and all i smelled was gas coming out. Wrapped the gap with tin foil; lights on the first press of the piezo electric starter. If I need a better fuel/air ratio, I will poke a hole in the foil.
1984440
I've pumped fuel at 50 below. the plastic cover over the start button freezes solid so I wormed it up with a hair dryer.
979608
Possible but doubtfull, I replaced fuel pump and filter just to find out my gas cap was not venting properly. One easy way to check it is to loosen or remove your gas cap and try runnning it. At the moment I just dont tighten mine all the way and it runs fine. Otherwise I had the same exact problem your having.
1595300
I didn't have that issue, but I have heard that that can cause that. I am not 100% though. Call a dealership, tell them your issue and ask them what they would charge to fix it. Then ask them for a breakdown of the charges. If you are getting code po449 with po455 or po442 then you need to change this part anyways. Just do it and see if that fixes it.
1906274
Mine did the same thing. I took it back and got a gas model. Way more power.
2058128
Make sure you're getting fuel and fire first, then be sure air filter is clean
1404111
The carb may be gummed up from using gas that contains Ethanol. The new gasoline's contain much more Ethanol than the 10% stated on the pump, causing all kind of power equipment issues. The best fix is to buy the more expensive "Recreational Fuel" AKA Rec Fuel from a local gas station. It's old school 100% gasoline without any additives. Of course you'll need to figure out & fix the carburetor problem you currently have first. Look up your state & local area on this website to find a rec fuel station.http://pure-gas.org/index.jsp?stateprov=AL
2027501
Return it would be my best suggestion, get your money back now while you still can. According to the user manual the closest issue that it covers to the one you are describing is: 2. What to do if it can't start up? Answer: Please check whether you have installed the OBD II connector correctly, and whether you have turned on the power supply. So try it on another OBDII car if you can and verify it is not something wrong with your vehicle, then return it when you are certain it is a piece of junk.
604751
If you didn't run it out of fuel before storing it the fuel could have gummed up in the carborator. Best to find a Briggs and Stratton service center near you
1138826
My answer would track with MegaPain's. I'd cross-check the owner's manual, and look for the part number for your fuel cap. Cross-referencing that part number back to what Amazon might have available would be easy from that point. Good luck
883517
Check your fuel line and connection. Carb should not drip, send it back if it does.