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Fuel Line
Fuel Filter
CHECK MUFFLER MOUNTING
SCREWS
Once each year, ensure muffler mounting
screws are secure and tightened properly to
prevent damage.
Cap Screws
Mounting
Screw Holes
Muffler Cover
NOTE:
The muffler mounting screws are lo-
cated behind the cap screws.
The cap
screws must be removed to access the
mounting screws.
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Remove muffler cover.
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Loosen and remove the 2 cap screws from
the muffler mounting screw holes.
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Tighten the 2 mounting screws securely.
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Reinstall and tighten the 2 cap screws se-
curely.
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Reinstall muffler cover and 2 screws. Tight-
en securely.
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK
ARRESTING SCREEN
WARNING:
The muffler on this prod-
uct contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
As the unit is used, carbon deposits build up
on the muffler and spark arresting screen,
and must be removed to avoid creating a fire
hazard or affecting engine performance.
TOP VIEW OF MUFFLER
Exhaust
Diverter
Screws
Replace the spark arresting screen every 50
hours of operation or if any damage or breaks
in the screen are noted.
NOTE:
Do not attempt to clean the spark ar-
resting screen.
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Remove muffler cover.
S
Loosen and remove both screws from the
exhaust diverter.
S
Remove the exhaust diverter and spark ar-
resting screen.
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Install new spark arresting screen.
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Reinstall exhaust diverter and both screws.
Tighten screws securely.
S
Reinstall muffler cover and 2 screws. Tight-
en screws securely.
NOTE:
If any part of the muffler is cracked,
broken or damaged, we recommend that the
muffler be replaced.
SERVICE
We recommend all service and adjustments
not listed in this manual be performed by an
authorized service dealer.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
Your carburetor is equipped with limiter caps.
Adjusting the carburetor is a complicated
task. We recommend that you take your unit
to an an authorized service dealer. Damage
will occur if you turn the needles beyond the
limiter stops.
STORAGE
WARNING:
Perform the following
steps after each use:
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Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit
before storing or transporting.
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Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or
open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S
Store unit with all guards in place. Position
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally cause injury.
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Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of
children.
NEED ASSISTANCE?
NEED ASSISTANCE?
Call: 1-800-554-6723.
NEED A SERVICE PART?
Contact your dealer.
