Zaps through handle, cause??

[Dave27483]

hi there, if you experience zaps through the handle of any power equipment (spark zaps) what could be the most possible cause??
Any info would be appreciated

 

[HarleyT]

Depends on what equipment that you are talking about. For saws: Cracks in the insulation of the ignition, or any redneck repairs that need to jump to ground, sometimes through you......

 

[rd35]

Many of the older saw designs had the spark plug right next to the rear handle. Although it has not happened to me, I have often thought it would be very easy to, inadvertently, get zapped through a knuckle....especially if it's a non-av saw with no rubber coating on the front handle!!! Could make one wet his pants uncontrollably!!!

 

[anlrolfe]

If the tree is touching the primary lines, back away...

 

[CR888]

If you don't have an isulated spark plug boot on the ignition lead and have a metal front handle the spark will jump to the handle and give you a high voltage cutting experience. How do I know this....well that what my contra lightning did when I first got it running and it had some sketchy make do parts on it.

 

[rmh3481]

Static is a problem in certain areas. I know Echo offers static kits for some of their stuff, so you might be better off asking your local dealer.