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SWEEPING-- Thefanning a ctionoftherotat-
ing line can be used for a quick and easy
clean up. Keep the line parallelto and above
the surfaces being swept and move the tool
from side to side.
Sweeping
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect the spark
plug before performing maintenance except
for carburetor adjustments.
HELPFUL TIP
IMPORTANT: Have all
repairs other than the rec-
ommended maintenance
described inthe instruction
manual performed by an
authorized service dealer.
If any dealer other than an authorized
service dealer performs work o n the
product, Electrolux Home Products,
Inc., m ay notpay forrepairs under war-
ranty. Itisyourresponsibility tomaintain
and perform general maintenance.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
S Spark Plug Boot
S Air Filter
S Housing Screws
S Assist Handle Screw
S Debris Shield
CHECK FOR DAMA GED OR
WORN PARTS
Contact an authorized service dealer for re-
placement of damaged or worn parts.
S STOP Switch -- Ensure STOP switch
functions properly by pushing and holding
theswitch intheSTOPposition. Makesure
enginestops. Restartengine andcontinue.
S Fuel Tank -- Discontinue use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
S Debris Shield -- Discontinue use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
INSPECTANDCLEANUNITANDDE-
CALS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
looseordamagedparts. C leantheunitand
decalsusingadam pclothwithamilddeter-
gent.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform-
ance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful emissions. Always clean after every
5 hours of operation.
1. Clean the air f ilter cover and the area
around it to keep dirt from falling into the
carburetor chamber when the c over is
opened.
2. Open air filt er cover by pushing button
(see illustration). Remove air filter.
NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or
producingharmfulevaporativeemissions,do
not clean filterin gasoline or otherflammable
solvent.
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.
4. Allow filter to dry.
5. Replace air filter and close cover .
Air Filter Cover
Air Filter
Button
MUFFLER AND SPARK ARREST -
ING SCREEN
WARNING: The muf fler on this prod-
uct contains chemicals known to t he State of
California to cause cancer .
As yourunit isused,carbondeposits buildup
on the muffler and spark arresting screen.
For normal homeowner use, however, the
mufflerandspark a rresting screen willnotre-
quire any service. After 50 hours of use, we
recommend that your muffler be serviced or
replaced by your authorized service dealer.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure
the engine starts easier and runs better. Set
spark plug gap at 0.025 inch (0.6 mm). Igni-
tion timing is fixed and nonadjustable.
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and
discard.
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
(19 mm) socket wrench.
4. Reinstall the spark plugboot.