So far so good! Just one question - the engine cooks the back of my forearm near the elbow. I'm guessing I don't have it set up right?
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Looking at where the muffler is located, I would guess you may be left handed and keeping the engine to the left of your body would put the exhaust much closer to your body. If this is the case try switching the engine head to the right side of your body which would throw the hot exhaust gases away from you.
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Yea, i was considering making some kind of armrest/heat shield there. Might help to use the shoulder strap, but i hate using them.
1831049
I haven't had that problem. I'm left handed but not sure if I use it like a left-hander or right-hander. Perhaps you have the handle in the wrong position.
395927
I let it run through the 15 min. cycle with heat. It will start right back up if I want it to. Honestly, 15 min. is enough....this thing isn't for pansies. ;)
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No such problem with mine. Sure you are keeping the handle squeezed? Are you using a 12-3 extension cord? Most are 14-3 wire and if more than 75 feet from house will cause electric motors to overheat. Actually small cords will burn your motor up! This would explain the overheating. As the motor gets hot, the safety inside the motor prevents re-starting until it cools. GET A 12-3 CORD. These are great tillers!
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I understand that is new but I am still of the opinion that either the burner holes are clogged by some debris or the propane gas valve is not fully opened so not enough pressure reaches the rear side of the burner - you have only one ignition system and that means that either it ignites or it does not, and in your case, it does, so to me it looks like the fuel doesn't make it all the way - I'm not an engineer but have been struggling with this very pretty grill for years; I buy and change the burner every year ($49)! ... I also have a full size propane can and purchased a full size hose adaptor and connector (approx. $14)... Good luck!
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I had to look at the purchase history. I found that returned it because if I remember correctly, it was not the right one (my fault). I ended up buying another table top grill. Just some advice, be sure to turn the gas. At the tank as well. I lost a new tank due to leakage of a bad/ worn out gauge (not this one). Good luck and happy grilling
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Interesting thing...I experienced this issue yesterday as well. The wire which opens throttle for auger and connected to the bar which engages it gets a bit loose. Try to pull it with your hand, you will see the difference. That being said, there is a metal plate with holes under the rubber cover on that wire where you can adjust tension of the wire connected to the throttle. Please note it is not easy to do, sometimes, if no one helps you. But it is doable. Let me know if you have further questions.
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Be sure you're using good fresh 40:1 gas mix. If you aren't sure you can always buy some of the premixed stuff from the big box home improvement store. The other big thing is the choke on this is a bit tricky, make sure you pull it all the way out (the stop lever moves up into the running position when the choke is pulled all the way) then after a few pulls slowly press it back in to half choke, that is about 3/4 of the way back in. I start mine with the chain brake off, not sure if thats proper or not.
1850475
Does the engine u have also go into a neon ?? If so it is the sme firing order for all 4 cylider engines.. it belongs in a eclipse ,but i put it in my 93 subaru wagon ..lol
1607519
Mine has gotten a little tight. I try to put sicon spray on it. The crank can get messed up if yiu crank it past the 10ft mark or crank it lower than the lowest setting. Try to avoid that
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No, it is not normal, return it for a replacement or a refund. Fix it?---do you know how to weld? It's primary use is to cut butter or shortening into flour. What else did you have in mind for it?
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I haven't ever had that issue. I would take it back and get a replacement for safety concerns. Good luck
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Hi CatYou are very welcome!!! Let me know how it goes with the Ninja. Unfortunately I had to return mine to the store because after trying mix/blending dough for bread, I think it degraded the motor because it didn't seem as powerful anymore. Anyway, good luck!
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I have not had any problems that require repairs. I did, since I only have 2 hands, figure out how to depress the fuel lever and pull the starter cord. I use a heavy duty rubber band to hold it down while I pull the starter cord.
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Hi Gene - this was backordered, and I got mine today. There was no damage at all due to shipping. I followed the "first time" instructions (add oil, install air filter, run unloaded i.e. with air tank valve open for 20 minutes) - that all went fine. It is working perfectly so far. Boy - its really strong and well built too. The manual is kind of crappy though - but its not rocket science. Rob
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I think Greg's answer is spot on but, and this is just a thought - is it possible you placed it close to the heating element when you took it off and didn't realize? I would contact the maker, maybe you got a clunker top.
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Why did you do so? You choke it only at cold start, and make it WOT when it warms up.My experince is that the engine works fine. The snow discharge shoot is poorly designed. The wing-nut loosens with vibrations after few minutes of operation, thus you lose control of where you want it to go. I am personally working on a patch modification to keep it tight at the angle I want it to be. May reverse-engineer another brand's design when I go to the hardware store. I would have preferred to pay few more $$ and get a better rated machine. Table it to "lessons learned."
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I tucked the wires back behind air cleaner and a mechanic friend of mine told me to do the same with the hoses. The larger one goes to a canister mounted on the bottom of the bike (smog thing I believe) and the smaller one goes to the carb on my bike. He said I may need to adjust the jets but I haven't yet, seems to run great. However, it does tend to backfire now when it's really cold. I allow for more time warming it up. I'm no mechanic and can't swear this is the best methodology but, it's worked great for me the past 3-4 months. Anybody else have a better suggestion, please let us all know. I tucked the wires back behind air cleaner and a mechanic friend of mine told me to do the same with the hoses. The larger one goes to a canister mounted on the bottom of the bike (smog thing I believe) and the smaller one goes to the carb on my bike. He said I may need to adjust the jets but I haven't yet, seems to run great. However, it does tend to backfire now when it's really cold. I allow for more time warming it up. I'm no mechanic and can't swear this is the best methodology but, it's worked great for me the past 3-4 months. Anybody else have a better suggestion, please let us all... » Read More I tucked the wires back behind air cleaner and a mechanic friend of mine told me to do the same with the hoses. The larger one goes to a canister mounted on the bottom of the bike (smog thing I believe) and the smaller one goes to the carb on my bike. He said I may need to adjust the jets but I haven't yet, seems to run great. However, it does tend to backfire now when it's really cold. I allow for more time warming it up. I'm no mechanic and can't swear this is the best methodology but, it's worked great for me the past 3-4 months. Anybody else have a better suggestion, please let us all know. « Show Less