Storage - Hitachi RB160EF Owner's Manual

9. Maintenance
AIR INLET NET
IMPORTANT
• Blowing air is taken in from the air inlet net. When air
flow has dropped down during operation, stop the
engine and inspect the air inlet net for blocking by
obstacles.
• Note that failure to remove any such obstacles may
result in the engine becoming overheated and dam-
aged.
(1) Net
WARNING
Never use the blower without the net of the blower.
Before each use, check that the net is attached in
place and is free from any damage.
IGNITION COIL AIR GAP INSPECTION
• If the gap is out of standard or when installing the
coil or rotor, adjust the air gap between the ignition
coil and the iron core of the rotor.
Air Gap:
0.40mm (0.35 ~ 0.45mm)
0.016" (0.014 ~ 0.017")
(1) Rotor
(2) Ignition coil

10. Storage

BEFORE STORING THE BLOWER:
1. Drain a fuel tank and push the primer bulb until it
becomes empty of fuel.
2. Remove the spark plug and drop a spoonful of
2-cycle oil into the cylider. Crank the engine several
times and install the spark plug.
3. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach
of children.
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