Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): Chainsaw wont turn over correctly after stalling., clutch assembly, question pool

Question
Hi, I'd welcome any suggestions or help in diagnosing a problem.
The engine fault is on a Gardenline GPCS-42cc chainsaw made or imported by Ferm B.V. in the Netherlands and sold by Aldi.
I snagged some greenery which dislodged the chain, the bunched up chain stalled the engine. After reassembly the saw can't be turned over without considerable effort, the pull cord jerks and resists strongly. The engine turns over sweetly if the spark plug is removed. I am attempting to start the saw with the chain brake removed and the cup/sprocket surrounding the clutch assembly spins freely. The flywheel key is intact and the flywheel is aligned correctly. I don't know enough about 2 cycle engines to go any further.
Thank's for reading, Stephen


Answer
Hello Stephen:

>>Sorry for the Delay. This Question was Located in the Question Pool and I can Only Answer Questions from the Question Pool when I am Not Answering Questions here or at the Other Site I Answer Questions at.
>>Did you Remove the Flywheel to Inspect the Flywheel Key? If No, then Remove the Flywheel and Inspect the Flywheel Key.
>>From your Description of what Occurred, it is Usually a Damaged Flywheel Key or a Restricted Exhaust that causes the Problem you Described.
>>Remove the Muffler and make sure the Sudden Stop did Not Loosen Carbon and Restrict the Muffler.
>>If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I Hope to be Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.

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John

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John