Servicing; Cleaning Air Filter - Echo HCR-161ES Operator's Manual

Air cleaner cover
Air filter
Cleaner cover knob
Fuel filter in tank
0.6 - 0.7 mm

SERVICING

• If you have any questions or problems, please contact
your ECHO dealer.

CLEANING AIR FILTER

(Before Each Use)
NOTE
• If filter is excessively dirty or no longer fits properly,
replace it.
• Ensure that the filter is completely dry before
reinstalling it.
1. Close choke. Loosen cleaner cover knob and
remove air cleaner cover and air filter.
2. Carefully brush dirt from filter or clean with a
nonflammable solvent if necessary. Dry it completely
before installation.
3. Reinstall air filter with cover, after installing air filter
to cover.
CLEANING FUEL FILTER
(Check Periodically)
1. Pick up fuel filter through fuel tank opening with a
piece of steel wire or the like.
2. Clean filter in a suitable cleaner or replace it if
necessary.
3. Reinstall the filter.
CHECK FUEL SYSTEM
(Check Before Every Use)
1. After refuelling, make sure fuel does not leak or
exude from around fuel pipe, fuel grommet or fuel
tank cap.
2. In case of fuel leakage or exudation there is a
danger of fire. Stop using the machine immediately
and request your dealer to inspect or replace.
CHECK SPARK PLUG
(Check Periodically)
1. Check plug gap.
2. Inspect electrode for wear.
3. Inspect insulator for oil or other deposits.
4. Replace plug if needed and tighten to 15 - 17 N•m
(150 to 170 kgf•cm).
NOTE
Correct gap setting is 0.6 to 0.7 mm.
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