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The spark arrester screen should be checked and cleaned
regularly.
CAUTION: Allow engine to cool before cleaning the spark
arrester screen! A hot engine can cause burns.
- Remove filter cover (A/1) and air filter (A/2) (see "Cleaning
the air filter").
- Unscrew 3 screws (A/3) and remove hood (A/4).
A
1
2
3
4
B
5
6
7
8
- Straighten crimping (B/5) with pliers.
- Unscrew screws (B/6) and (B/7) and carefully remove
muffler (B/8).
C
9
10
11
- Remove cover (C/9), take off spark arrester screen (C/10)
and clean.
CAUTION:
Do not use sharp or pointed objects for screen cleaning.
Damaged or misformed screen wires may result.
A damaged spark arrester screen must be replaced!
NOTE:
If the muffler gasket (C/11) is damaged, replace it.
- Reassemble in reverse order (see also Fig. C).
The two long screws (B/6) must be tightened to a torque of 6.7
ft. lb. (9.0 Nm).
Replacing/cleaning the spark arrester screen