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ctsarge
07-25-08, 08:47 PM
i have a 032 av chain saw that will not idle. i have to keep finger on gas to keep it running and yes i have messed with idle and fuel mixture screws (h and L). could use any advice on how to reset adjust. and start over...thanks

geogrubb
07-25-08, 10:01 PM
Screw them both to seat, then 1-1/2 for both high and low should get you running, then adjust from there. While running at WOT set high so it runs the best, then back off the high until it starts to sound a little like a 4- cycle. Adjust the low to get it to run as fast/smooth as you can get it, then adjust the idle screw to where the idle is so you like it. Have a good one. Geo
ctsarge
07-26-08, 06:14 AM
thx..your advice worked perfectly..i really appreciate it

geogrubb
07-26-08, 10:08 AM
Glad I could help. Have a good one. Geo