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NOTE:
Do notattempttoclean thesparkar-
resting screen.
1. Loosen andremovethe 2screws fromthe
muffler cover. Remove the 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 thatthe
muffler be replaced.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
Thereis 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
intermittentposition. Ifyourenginewill notrun
properly or you require further assistance,
contact an authorized service dealer or call
1--800--554--6723.
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 fuel in 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.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepareunit for storage atend ofseason or if
it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your unit is tobe stored for a period oftime:
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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 OPER A-
TIONsection ofthis manual,seemessagela-
beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-
sohol in your engine.
Fuel st ab ilizer is an acce ptab le a lt erna tive in
minimizing the formation o f fue l gum de posits
d uring storage. Ad dsta bilize r toga solin e in fuel
tank o r fue l storage container . F ollow the mix
in struction s found on sta bilize r contain er. Ru n
e ng ine at lea st5 min utes aft er ad ding stabilize r.
ENGINE
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Remove spark plug andpour1 teaspoonof
40:1,2-cycle engineoil (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 plugwith newone ofrecom-
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 freshfuel havingthepropergasolineto
oil ratio.
OTHER
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Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
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Replace yourgasolinecan ifit startstorust.