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English(Original instructions)
a thrown object as the blade begins to turn.
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND SILENCER
Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount
of lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions, the
exhaust port and silencer may become blocked with
carbon deposits. If you notice a power loss with your gas
powered tool, a quali
fi
ed service technician will need to
remove these deposits to restore performance.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
See
fi
gure 16.
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Ensure the unit is in the off position.
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Remove the screw and air filter cover.
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Remove the air filter and clean it with warm soapy
water.
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Rinse, and let the air filter dry completely.
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Replace the air filter.
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Replace the holding plate and air filter cover.
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Tighten the screw.
CHECKING THE FUEL CAP
WARNING
A leaking fuel cap is a
fi
re hazard and must be replaced
immediately.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable
fi
lter and a
check valve. A clogged fuel
fi
lter will cause poor engine
performance. If performance improves when the fuel cap
is loosened, check valve may be faulty or
fi
lter clogged.
Replace fuel cap if required.
REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG
This engine uses a TORCH L7RTC with 0.6 mm - 0.7 mm
electrode gap. Use an exact replacement.
CAUTION
Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug. Cross-
threading will seriously damage the engine.
STORING THE PRODUCT
Short term storage
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Clean all foreign material from the product.
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Store the product in a well-ventilated place that is
inaccessible to children.
Long term storage (1 month or longer)
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Drain all of the fuel from the tank into a container
approved for gasoline.
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Run the engine until it stops.
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Clean all foreign material from the product.
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Store the product in a well-ventilated place that is
inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive
agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
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Cover the blade with the blade protector before storing
the unit, or during transportation.
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Abide by all government and local regulations for the
safe storage and handling of petrol.
INSPECTION AFTER DROPPING OR OTHER IMPACTS
Thoroughly inspect the product and identify any affections
or damage with it. Any part that is damaged should be
properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
centre.
