2
1.4.
Remove the wire screen from the air box. See
Figure 3.
1.5.
Wash screen in clean, warm, soapy water. Rinse
in clear, cool water. Air dry completely.
NOTE:
It is advisable to have a supply of spare
filters and screens on hand.
1.6.
Install air filter in reverse order of disassembly.
Install engine/air filter cover. Make sure cover fits
properly. Tighten the cover retaining screws
securely.
2.
FUEL FILTER
CAUTION:
Never operate your saw without a
fuel filter. The fuel filter should be replaced after
each 20 hours of use.
2.1.
Drain fuel tank completely before changing filter.
2.2.
Remove the fuel tank cap.
2.3.
Bend a piece of soft wire into a hook shape.
2.4.
Reach into fuel tank opening and hook fuel line.
Carefully pull the fuel line toward the opening
until you can reach it with your fingers.
NOTE:
Do not pull the hose completely out of
tank.
2.5.
Lift filter out of tank. See Figure 4.
2.6.
Pull filter off with a twisting motion. Discard filter.
2.7.
Install new filter. Insert end of filter into tank
opening. Make sure filter sits in bottom corner of
tank. Use a long handle screwdriver to aid in fil-
ter placement if necessary.
3.
SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN
NOTE:
A clogged spark arrester screen will dra-
matically reduce engine performance.
3.1.
Using a 10mm socket, remove the 3 bolts secur-
ing the muffler to the cylinder. Remove the muf-
fler. See Figure 5.
Figure 3
Figure 4
Fuel Filter
Figure 5
Bolts
