Cleaning The Air Filter; Cleaning And Lubrication; Spark Plug Maintenance - Craftsman CMXGHBD7186 Instruction Manual

26cc 2-stroke hedge trimmer
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Clean the outside of the carburetor and
the space around it.
Check the flange, cap and nut are
assembled correctly and tightened
Check all cables and connections.
Check the clutch, clutch springs and
the clutch drum for wear. Replace if
necessary by an authorized service
workshop.**
Replace the spark plug. Check that
the spark plug is fitted with a spark
plug cap.**
To reduce the fire hazard, clean dirt,
leaves and surplus lubricant, etc from
the muffler and engine.*
Check/clean valve-clearance **
Clean fuel tank and filter **
Grease inside gear box **
Check fuel feed line and replace if
neccesary **
* If operated in dusty areas carry out maintenance more frequently.
** A specialist technician should carry out this maintenance if
the owner does not have the appropriate tools or mechanical
knowledge.

Cleaning the Air Filter

1. Loosen the air filter cover screw and remove the air filter
cover.
2. Wash the air filter in soapy water or a non-combustable
solvent.
3. Thoroughly squeeze the filter removing excess liquid.
4. Reinstall the air filter.
5. Reinstall the air filter cover, and tighten the air filter
cover screw.

WARNING: The use of petrol or combustible
solvents for cleaning can cause fire or explosion.
Only use soapy water or non-combustible solvent.
Never operate the machine without the air filter.

Spark Plug Maintenance

To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be
properly gapped and free of deposits.
1. Remove the spark plug cover from the housing.
2. Remove the spark plug cap.
X
3. Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base.
4. Use the socket spanner which provided to remove the
X
spark plug.
5. Visually inspect the spark plug. Remove carbon deposits
X
using a wire brush.
X
6. Check for discoloration on the top of the spark plug. The
standard color should be a tan color.
7. Check the spark plug gap. The acceptable gap should be
X
between 0,6-0,7mm.
X
X3
X12
X3
8. Install /reinstall the spark plug carefully by hand.
X36
9. Once the spark plug has been seated, tighten it with a
spark plug wrench.
10. Reinstall the spark plug cap on top of the spark plug
11. Reinstall the spark plug cover.
Cleaning
Keep your machine clean, the outside of the machine
can be cleaned using a damp soft cloth with a mild
detergent if required, never use water to clean the
machine as it may cause damage to internal parts.
Some maintenance products and solvents may damage
the plastic parts, these include products containing
benzene. Trichloroethylene, chloride and ammonia.
Take special care to keep the ventilation inlets /outlets
free from obstruction. Cleaning with a soft brush
followed by a compressed air jet will usually be sufficient
to ensure acceptable internal cleanliness.
Wear eye protection when carrying out cleaning.

Cleaning and lubrication

Clean any resin and plant residue from the blades using
cleaning agent before and after using the machine.
Lubricate the blade bars with antirust grease before long
periods of storage.
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