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DWARNING:
Disconnect
the spark
plug before performing
maintenance
except
for carburetor adjustments.
CHECK
FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS
AND
PARTS
• Spark Plug Boot
• Air Filter
• Housing Screws
• Assist Handle Screws
• Debris Shield
CHECK
FOR DAMAGED
OR
WORN
PARTS
Contact an authorized
service dealer for re-
placement
of damaged
or worn parts.
• ON/STOP
Switch
-
Ensure
ON/STOP
switch functions
properly
by pushing
and
releasing
the switch.
Make sure engine
stops. Wait 5 seconds before attempting to
restart unit to allow switch to reset. Restart
engine and continue.
• Fuel Tank - Discontinue
use of unit if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
• Debris Shield - Discontinue
use of unit if
debris shield is damaged.
INSPECT
AND CLEAN
UNIT AND
LABELS
• After each use, inspect complete
unit for
loose or damaged pads. Clean the unit and
labels using a damp cloth with a mild deter-
gent.
• 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 cover and the area around it to
keep did from falling into the carburetor
chamber when the cover is removed.
2. Remove parts as illustrated.
NOTE:
To avoid creating
a fire hazard or
producing harmful evaporative
emissions,
do
not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable
solvent.
3. Wash the filter in soap and water.
4. Allow filter to dry.
5. Add a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze
the filter to distribute oil.
6. Replace pads.
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Air Filter Cover
MUFFLER
AND
SPARK
ARREST*
ING SCREEN
WARNING:
The muffler on this prod-
uct contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
As your unit is used, carbon deposits build up
on the muffler and spark arresting screen and
must be removed to avoid creating a fire haz-
ard or affecting engine performance.
For normal homeowner
use, the muffler and
spark arresting
screen will not require any
service.
After 50 hours of use, we recom-
mend that your muffler
be serviced
or re-
placed 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. Ignition timing is
fixed and nonadjustable.
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-
card.
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark plug
and tighten securely wRh a 3/4 inch socket
wrench.
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
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