chris crow Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 I have just purchased a petrol ryobi chain saw I used it for 5 mins and now it wont start.I have tried starting saw with spark plug against cylinder head and there isnt a spark.any of you guys had a problem like this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
logstove Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 try a new plug - cheapest thing first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
955i Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 First check you haven't left the choke on, the fact you aren't getting a spark could be that the connection against the motor body isn't good enough. Then check the connection from the HT lead to the spark plug cap, then remove and replace the plug. If this doesn't work check the plug condition and gap. If it still doesn't work change the plug. After that you are probably looking at taking it in to be looked at as it is most likely an internal problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr lee Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 I have just purchased a petrol ryobi chain saw I used it for 5 mins and now it wont start.I have tried starting saw with spark plug against cylinder head and there isnt a spark.any of you guys had a problem like this. Obvious stuff first as said above. First off fuel - did you mix it to the right ratio? Is chainsaw turned on? Sounds daft but you never know... PLug - remove yours and heat it up over a flame so any oil residue is burnt off and refit and try again. If its till won't fire try a new plug. If it won't run after that take it back to store and ask their advice or ask for a replacement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulf Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 i would take it as a warning of future problems and take it back and buy a stihl! That said, the engine is probably flooded so with the spark plug out pull the recoil to release trapped pressure, dry the plug and try again. If not then try a new plug. Other possibility is that one of the spade conections on the ignition module or switch is lose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newsportshooter Posted January 18, 2009 Report Share Posted January 18, 2009 (edited) It's broken, don't try anything - take it back and get a refund. (Full stop) Edited January 18, 2009 by Newsportshooter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BSA-airgunner Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 the probleme its a RYOBI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul223 Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 i would take it as a warning of future problems and take it back and buy a stihl! :blink: :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njc110381 Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 Nothing more to say really Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shot shot Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 Or a Husqvarna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul223 Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 Or a Husqvarna At a push Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJaxeman Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 One of two problems here either you dont't have proper contact with cylinder (earthed out) when checking spark or it's just a **** saw take it back and buy a Stihl or if you wan't second best buy a Husqvarna :good: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulf Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 Husquvarna make good profeshional saws equal to Stihl. However the low end domestic machines are IMO poorer compared to those stihl produce. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deadeyeddick Posted January 19, 2009 Report Share Posted January 19, 2009 The maker! thats the problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustyfox Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 I would only go for Stihl or Husqvarna if you are planning to use it alot. If you are only using it to do and odd job here and there buy a cheap one. No point in buying a good and expensive chainsaw if your not going to use it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tam Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 You mean they don't make "Dolmar's" anymore Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gixer1 Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 (edited) husqvarna all the way, a far better saw for the money than the sthl...i just bought a 235e and it's fantastic... if you look for the equivalant stihl with 35cc and 16" bar it will be double the price but no more robust.. also i have 1 mcculloch and a friend has 2 ryobi's and the ryobi's are only good for very small jobs now and again, the mcculloch has lasted well considering the abuse it has had, it still works but the oil pump has gone and costs nearly as much as the whole saw did! gixer1 Edited January 20, 2009 by gixer1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpbeaver Posted January 20, 2009 Report Share Posted January 20, 2009 gixer1 i can get a 35cc stihl with a 16" bar for £185 inc vat, if you can get a husky for half the price can i have the deatails. Tam dolmars have been rebadged as makita, they have a few good saws. i think the dcs 5001 and the dcs 7301. If your looking for a saw for domestic use you cant beat echo, they come with a 5 year domestic warranty. For professional use stihl or husqvarna are both as good as each other, husky are slightly faster reving/cutting but stihl have more torque. I only buy stihl now as i have a dealer 5 miles from here where as the nearest husky dealer i'd use is 50 miles away. good back up is essential, i run 11 chainsaws at the moment and 8 of them are stihl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Sick Old Man Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 I have a small Stihl which has always been faultless, I also have a Solo which I have never used as I always run the Stihl. Has anyone got any thoughts on Solo saws? If its a pile of rubbish I will not waste time replacing the piston and ring, its already done a bit of work judging by the worn linkages. Ta, Sick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gixer1 Posted January 21, 2009 Report Share Posted January 21, 2009 (edited) JP Beaver - Here you go....http://www.worldofpower.co.uk/brands/Husqvarna/Light-Compact/b1418/sc1210/p1598.aspx and this includes numerous extras... Edited to say - I was told on here that the 235e was made by an outside factory but have thouroughly checked this and it is rubbish, it IS made by Husky in thier plant... The equivalent Stihl would be a 211 and they are usually around £270... http://www.worldofpower.co.uk/Garden-and-O...1210/p8690.aspx Edited January 21, 2009 by gixer1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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