Stihl SH 85C Loses Power

Blower85

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I have a four-year-old Stihl SH 85C blower that has developed a problem the last three times I have used it. After running at full power for about 10 minutes, the engine speed slowly decreases until it barely runs. If I shut it down and let it cool off for about 5-10 minutes, it starts right up and will run fine for another 10 minutes or so until the problem repeats.

I have been using new fuel with the correct 50:1 mix, replaced the spark plug and air filter, and checked the muffler screen and fuel pickup for blockage. Everything seems normal, so I am wondering what could be causing this. Like I said, it runs perfectly for about 10 minutes and then starts to die for no apparent reason.

Thank you.
 

Ric

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You mite want to check the muffler ( exhaust ) screen and make sure it isn't plug, it could also be causing your problem.
 

Sammy the Red

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What octane is the gas you are using ?
What brand of 2-cycle oil are you using ?
 

KennyV

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AND ....is your fuel cap 'vent' working... ? :smile:KennyV
 

Sammy the Red

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Good point. Have seen problems when vent is plugged.
 
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