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Idle Speed Screw
Ifyourequirefurtherassistanceorareunsure
about performing this procedure, contact an
authorized service dealer or call
1--800--554--6723.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plug each year to ensure the
engine starts easier and runs better. Set
sparkpluggapat0.025inch.Ignitiontimingis
fixed, nonadjustable.
1. T wist, then pull of f s park plug boot.
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-
card.
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
socket wrench.
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
REPLACE FUEL FILTER
Toreplacefuelfilter,drainunitbyrunningitdry
of fuel,then removefuel cap/retainerassem-
bly fromtank.Pull filter fromtankandremove
itfromthefuelline.Installnewfuelfilter onfuel
line; reinstall parts.
Fuel Line
Fuel Filter
STORAGE
W ARNING:
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 fuelin 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 in place. Position
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally cause injury.
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Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of
children.
SEASONALSTORAGE
Prepareunit forstorageatendof season orif
it will not beused for 30 days or more.
If y ourunitis tobe storedfor aperiodof time:
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Clean the entire unit.
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Store in a clean dry area.
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Clean all parts and check for damage.
Have damaged parts repaired or replaced
by an authorized service dealer.
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Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight.
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Lightly oil external metal surfaces, includ-
ing the blade.
To oil theblade, dothe following:
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Stoptheengineandallow bladeto cometo
a complete stop.
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EnsureON/OFFswitch is in theOFF posi-
tion.
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Disconnect the spark plug wire.
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Apply a l ight machine oil along theedge of
the top s trap as shown.
Top Strap
OIL
FUEL SYSTEM
Under F UELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TIONsectionofthismanual,seemessagela-
beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-
sohol in your engine. Fuel stabilize r is a n ac-
cept able alternative in minimizin g the fo r m ation
of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabi-
lizer to gasoline in fuel tank or f uel storage con-
tainer. Follow the mix instructions found on sta-
b ilizer co ntain er. R un eng ine a t least 5 min utes
after adding stabilizer.
ENGINE
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Remove s parkplugandpour1teaspoonof
40:1,2-cycleengineoil (air cooled)through
the spark plug openi ng. Slowly pull the
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
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Replacesparkplugwith newoneofrecom-
mended type and heat range (see RE-
PLACE SPARK PLUG section).
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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
onlyfreshfuelhavingthepropergasolineto
oil ratio.
OTHER
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Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
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Replaceyourgasolinecanifitstartstorust.
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