RedMax CV225 - Manual (Page 14)

W h a t t o d o Ju s t i n C a s e
If you follow the normal starting procedure, you
should have no problem starting your
Tiller/Cultivator. But, just in case you do have
problems, here’s what to do.
Make sure the start/stop switch is on “start.” You’d be
surprised how many people forget to push the switch
into the “start” position.
If the switch was on “stop” when you pulled the cord,
you may have flooded the engine.
• First, examine the spark plug. Use a 3/4" (19 mm)
inch spark plug wrench.
• Remove the cap over the spark plug. (Picture 1)
IMPORTANT NOTE:
To avoid possible damage to the threads, do not try
to remove the plug from a hot aluminum cylinder
head.
• Unscrew the spark plug. (Picture 2)
Starting a Flooded Engine
1. If the end of the spark plug is wet, the engine may
be flooded. Make sure the switch is in the stop
position, disconnect spark plug wire and
remove plug. Use a paper towel or a clean rag
to dry the spark plug, then, with the spark
plug out of the engine, pull the starter cord
several times. Shake the fuel out of the inside of
the plug and air dry. Next, replace the spark
plug. Use the wrench to tighten it and replace the
cap. Next, put the switch in the start position and
pull the choke button out. Pull the starter cord
three or four times until the engine coughs or
sputters. Open the choke (push the choke button
in) and pull the cord a few times. The engine
should start and run.
2. If the end of the spark plug is dry, check to see if
the fuel line is blocked. The fuel line runs from
the fuel tank to the carburetor. Pull it off at the
carburetor end. Fuel should drip slowly from the
line. Wipe off any excess or spilled fuel.
If fuel does not drip from the line, check the line
for any bends or pinches. (Picture 3) Kinks in the
line restrict the flow of fuel to the engine. Just
straighten out the line. Reconnect. Then follow
the normal starting procedure.
If fuel drips too freely, the line may be
disconnected from the fuel filter. You’ll find the
fuel filter inside the fuel tank. Just re-attach the
line to the filter, and put the filter back in the tank.
Then follow the normal starting procedure.
WARNING DANGER
MAKE SURE THE START/STOP SWITCH IS
IN THE STOP POSITION.
KEEP PLUG WIRE AWAY FROM ENGINE TO
AVOID UNINTENTIONAL SPARK.
Picture 1 Picture 2
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