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NOTE:
Donot attempt to clean the spark ar-
resting screen.
1. Loosen and removethe 2screws from the
muffler cover. Remove t he muffler cover.
2. Loosen and remove both screws from the
exhaust diverter.
3. Remove the exhaust diverter and spark
arresting screen.
4 Install new spark arresting screen.
5. Reinstall exhaust diverter and both
screws. Tighten screws securely.
6. Reinstall muffler cover and 2 screws.
Tighten securely.
NOTE:
If any part of the muffler is cracked,
broken or damaged, we recommend that the
muffler be replaced.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
There is no screw for idle adjustment on your
blower. The throttle lever is used to control
engine speed. The throttle lever can be
placed in one of four positions: STOP, IDLE
or
, FULL THROTTLE or , and one
intermittent position. Ifyourengine will notrun
properly or you require further assistance,
contact an authorized service dealer or call
1--800--554--6723.
STORAGE
WARNING:
Perform the following
steps after each use:
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Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit
before storing or transporting.
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Store unit and fuel i n a well ventilated area
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or
open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
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Store unit with all guards i n place. Position
unit s o that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally cause injury.
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Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of
children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of season orif
it will not be used for 30 days o r more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:
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Clean the entire unit before lengthy stor-
age.
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Store in a clean dry area.
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Lightly oil external metal surfaces.
FUEL SYSTEM
Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TION section of this manual, seemessagela-
beled IMPORTANT regarding the u se of ga-
sohol in your engine.
Fuel stabilizer is an a c c ep table alter n ativ e in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits
during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel
tank or fuel storage container. Follow the mix
instructions found on s tabilizer container. Run
engine at least 5 m inutes after adding stabilizer.
ENGINE
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Remove spark plug and pour 1teaspoon of
40:1, 2-cycleengine oil ( air cooled) through
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
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Replace spark plug with newone of recom-
mended type and heat range.
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Clean air filter.
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Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
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At the beginning of the next season, use
only fresh fuel having the propergasoline to
oil ratio.
OTHER
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Do not store gasoline from one s eason to
another.
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Replace yourgasoline canif itstarts torust.