RIDGID RD8000 Series Operator's Manual page 18

MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND
MUFFLER
Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of
lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust
port and muffler may become blocked with carbon deposits.
If you notice a power loss with your gas-powered products,
you may need to remove these deposits to restore perfor-
mance. We highly recommend that only qualified service
technicians perform this service.
SPARK ARRESTOR
See Figure 25.
 Inspect the spark arrestor for breaks or holes. Replace
if necessary. To purchase a replacement spark arrestor
contact RIDGID customer service at 1-866-539-1710.
 Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark
arrestor screen as needed.
DRAINING FUEL TANK/CARBURETOR
See Figures 26 - 27.
To help prevent gum deposits in the fuel system, drain the
fuel from the tank and carburetor before storing.
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK
 Turn the engine switch key to "OFF"or press and hold the
off switch until the engine stops.
 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
 Remove the fuel line from the petcock by squeezing the
ends of the retaining clip and sliding the fuel line off.
 Install one end of a drain line over the petcock, and place
the other end in a fuel container large enough to catch
the fuel being drained from the tank.
 Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
 For better fuel drainage, please tilt the unit toward the
fuel petcock slightly (approximately 1 in.).
 When the fuel has drained from the tank, close the fuel
valve and reinstall fuel line securely on petcock.
DRAINING THE CARBURETOR
 Turn the engine switch key OFF or press and hold OFF
switch in the OFF position for three (3) seconds or until
the engine stops.
 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
 Position a suitable container under the carburetor drain
screw to catch fuel; loosen the screw.
 Allow fuel to drain completely into container.
 Retighten drain screw.
NOTE: Consult hazardous waste management guidelines in
your area for the proper way to dispose of used fuel.
TRANSPORTING
See Figure 28.
 Turn the engine switch key switch OFF.
 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
 Make sure engine and exhaust of unit is cool.
 For security, insert the pin to secure the handle before
transporting.
 Keep unit level while transporting to prevent fuel spill-
age.
 Do not drop or strike unit or place under heavy objects.
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