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WARNING
Operating the machine without the accelerator
in place can cause the blade to flex, bend, or
break, resulting in serious injury or death to
the operator or bystanders.
Do not operate the machine without the
accelerator.
2. Return the machine to its upright position.
3. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
Cleaning under the Machine
Housing
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
To ensure the best performance, keep the underside of the
machine housing clean. Be especially careful to keep the
kickers free of debris (Figure 35).
Figure 35
1. Kickers
Washing Method
1. Position the machine on a flat concrete or asphalt
surface near a garden hose.
2. Start the engine.
3. Hold the running garden hose at handle level and direct
the water to flow on the ground just in front of the
right rear tire (Figure 36).
Figure 36
1. Right rear wheel
Note: The blade will draw in water and wash out
clippings. Let the water run until you no longer see
clippings being washed out from under the housing.
4. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
5. Turn off the water.
6. Start the machine and let it run for a few minutes to dry
out the moisture on the machine and its components.
Scraping Method
If washing does not remove all debris from under the
machine, scrape it clean.
1. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 13).
2. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank. Refer to
Emptying the Fuel Tank and Cleaning the Fuel Filter (page 17).
WARNING
Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to
leak from the carburetor or the fuel tank.
Gasoline is extremely flammable, highly
explosive, and, under certain conditions, can
cause personal injury or property damage.
Avoid fuel spills by running the engine dry or
by removing the gasoline with a hand pump;
never siphon.
3. Tip the machine onto its side with the air filter up.
4. Remove the dirt and grass clippings with a hardwood
scraper.
Note: Avoid burrs and sharp edges.
5. Return the machine in the operating position.
6. Fill the fuel tank.
7. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
Cleaning the Discharge Tunnel
and Plug
Service Interval: Before each use or daily
Remove the plug from the discharge tunnel and clean it after
each use.
Always be sure that the discharge tunnel door closes securely
when you release the handle. If the debris prevents the
discharge door from closing securely, clean the inside of the
discharge tunnel and the door thoroughly.
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