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INSPECT AND CLEAN UNIT AND
LABELS
S After each use, inspect complete unit for
loose o rdamaged parts. Clean the unitand
labels using a damp cloth with a m ild deter-
gent.
S Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR F ILTER
A dirty air filter decreases engine perform -
ance and increases fuel consumption and
harmful emissions. Always clean after eve ry
5 hours of operation.
1. Clean the cover and the area a round it to
keep dirt f rom falling into the carburetor
chamber when the cover is removed.
2. Loosen bolt with a 5/16 inch ( 8 mm) socket
wrench.Re move airfil ter coverand air f ilter .
NOTE: To avoid creating a fire hazard or
producingharmful evaporative emissions, do
not clean filter in ga soline or other flammable
solve nt.
3. W ash the filter in soap and water.
4. Allow filt er to dry.
5. Replace parts.
Bolt
Air filter cover
Air filter
MUFFLER AND SPARK ARREST-
ING SCREEN
WARNING: The muffler on t his prod-
uct contains chemica ls known to th e State of
Califo rnia to cause cancer.
As yourunit is used, carbon deposits buildup
on the muffler and spark arresting screen.
For normal homeowner use, however, the
muffler andspark arresting screen will not r e-
quire any service. A fter 5 0 hours of use, we
recommend t hat your muffler be serviced or
replaced by your authorized service dealer.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace thespark plugeachy ear toensure
the engine starts easier and runs better.
Inspec tspark plugev ery 25hoursofusage.
Cleanand/orreplaceas necessary.Set spark
plug gap at 0.025 inch (0.6 mm). Ignition tim-
ing is fixed and nonadjustable.
NOTE: This spark igniti on syst em complies
with the Canadian standard ICES--002.
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 spar k plug boot.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
REPLACING THE LINE
1. Press the tabs on the side of thetr im me r
head and remove cover and spool.
Tab
Tab
Cover
Spool
2. Remove any remaining line.
3. Clean dirt and debris from all parts. Re-
place spool if it is worn or damaged.