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English (Original Instructions)
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Remove the spark arrestor using needle-nosed pliers.
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Clean the spark arrestor with a small wire brush.
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Replace the spark arrester.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
See Fig. 9
For proper performance and longer life, keep the air filter
clean.
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Ensure the product is in the off position.
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Remove the 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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Work two drops of lubricant into the air filter.
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Replace the air filter (fits only one way).
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Replace the air filter cover.
NOTE:
The air filter should be replaced annually for the
best performance.
FUEL CAP
WARNING
A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be
replaced immediately.
A fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a
check valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine
performance. If performance improves when the fuel cap
is loosened, check valve maybe faulty or filter clogged.
SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT
See Fig. 10
WARNING
The material of the spark plug is metal. It becomes
very hot after you stop the engine. Wait the engine
to cool down before you disassemble the metal
spark plug boot to avoid personal injury.
NOTE:
The engine uses a Champion RCJ6Y spark plug
or equivalent with 0.63 mm electrode gap. Use an exact
replacement and replace the spark plug annually.
1. Stop the engine.
2. Hold the front portion of the rubber protect boot and
pull it away from the housing.
3. Pull the rubber protect boot upward to release the
hook.
4. Twist the metal spark plug boot and pull it away from
the spark plug.
5. Using a combination wrench, loosen the spark plug by
turning it in a counterclockwise direction. Remove the
old spark plug and replace with a new one. Tighten
it in a clockwise direction using the combination
wrench, recommended torque is 23.5 Nm. Assemble
back the metal spark plug boot and the rubber protect
boot.
ATTACHING THE HANGER CAP
See Fig. 11
To use the hanger cap, push in the button and place the
hanger cap over the lower end of the attachment. Slightly
rotate the cap from side to side until the button locks into
place.
NOTE:
The secondary hole in the attachment shaft can be
used for hanging purposes as well.
STORAGE (1 MONTH OR LONGER)
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Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for
fuel. Run engine until it stops.
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Clean all foreign material from the product. Store it 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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Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe
storage and handling of fuel. Excess fuel should be
used up in other 2-stroke engine powered equipment.
