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Move remote control on equipment or any ignition stop
switch in engine to “STOP” or “OFF” (see equipment
manufacturer’s instructions). See Figure 2.
AFTER ENGINE IS STOPPED:
A. Close air vent screw on fuel fill cap (if so equipped,
see Figure 2).
B.
DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK
PLUG AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM SPARK PLUG.
C.
TURN IGNITION SWITCH KEY (IF SO EQUIPPED) TO
“OFF” POSITION. THIS WILL REDUCE THE
POSSIBILITY OF UNAUTHORIZED STARTING OF
ENGINE WHILE EQUIPMENT IS NOT IN USE.
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STOPPING
WARNING — TEMPERATURE OF MUFFLER AND
NEAR BY AREAS MAY EXCEED 150°F (65°C). AVOID
THESE AREAS.
AIR CLEANER:
IMPORTANT:
NEVER RUN ENGINE WITHOUT COMPLETE
AIR CLEANER INSTALLED ON ENGINE.
A.
TO REMOVE AND INSTALL FILTER(S)
: (see Figure
5)
1. Loosen two Screws.
2. Remove cover.
3. Remove optional pre-filter (if so equipped).
4. Remove foam filter.
5. Inspect pre-filter (if so equipped) or foam filter
for discoloration or dirt accumulation. If either is
present, service per “TO SERVICE FILTER(S)”
instructions.
6. Clean inside of cover and body thoroughly.
B.
TO SERVICE FILTER(S)
: (see Figure 5)
1.
FOAM FILTER:
Clean and re-oil every three (3) months or every
25 operating hours. Clean and re-oil daily if used
in extremely dusty conditions.
a. Wash in water and detergent solution and
squeeze (don’t twist) until all dirt is removed.
b. Rinse thoroughly in clear water.
c. Wrap in a clean cloth and squeeze (don’t twist)
until completely dry.
d. Saturate with engine oil and squeeze (don’t
twist) to distribute oil and remove excess oil.
C.
REASSEMBLE AIR CLEANER AS SHOWN IN
FIGURE 5.
MAINTENANCE
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Figure 4
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SPARK PLUG (see Figure 6)
This spark ignition system meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
This engine complies with all current Australian and New
Zealand limitations regarding electromagnetic
interference. This engine complies with the European
standard for safety of garden equipment and powered
lawnmowers EN 836, Revision March, 1997, and applicable
sections of the EU Machinery Safety Directives.
Check spark plug yearly or every 50 operating hours.
A. Clean area around spark plug.
B. Remove and inspect spark plug.
C. Replace spark plug if electrodes are pitted, burned or
porcelain is cracked. Replace as follows:
For replacement use Champion CJ6Y or equivalent.
NOTE:
A r e s i s t o r s p a r k p l u g m u s t b e u s e d f o r
replacement.
D. Check electrode gap with wire feeler gage and set gap
at .030 if necessary.
E. Install spark plug, tighten securely.
Figure 5
NEVER STORE ENGINE WITH FUEL IN TANK INDOORS
OR IN ENCLOSED POORLY VENTILATED AREAS,
WHERE FUEL FUMES MAY REACH AN OPEN FLAME,
SPARK OR PILOT LIGHT AS ON A FURNACE, WATER
HEATER, CLOTHES DRYER OR OTHER GAS
APPLIANCE.
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Figure 6
COOLING SYSTEM (see Figure 7)
IMPORTANT:
Frequently remove grass clippings, dirt and
debris from cooling fins, air intake screen and levers and
linkage. This will help
insure adequate cooling
and correct engine speed.
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Figure 7