Wen 56235iX, Instruction Manual

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MAINTENANCE
SPARK ARRESTOR MAINTENANCE
It is recommended to inspect and clean the spark arrestor
(Fig. 26 - 2) every 100 hours of operation.
1. The spark arrestor is located outside the muffler, which gets very
hot during operation. Allow the engine to cool completely before ser-
vicing the spark arrestor.
2. Unscrew the six Phillips head screws and remove the muffler cov-
er (Fig. 23 - 1).
3. Remove screw that holds spark arrestor to muffler (Fig. 26 - 1).
4. Remove the spark arrestor screen.
5. Carefully clean and remove the carbon deposits from the spark arrestor screen with a wire brush. Replace the
spark arrestor if it is damaged (part no. 56202i-040, available for purchase at wenproducts.com).
6. Reinstall the spark arrestor in the muffler and secure it in place with the screw.
7. Replace the muffler cover and secure it with the six screws.
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK
1. Prepare an approved gasoline-storage container. Make sure the vacuum-relief valve atop the gas cap is open.
Make sure the engine switch is turned to OFF.
2. Remove the side panel to access the carburetor, as instructed on the previous page.
3. Open the carburetor drain screw and turn the engine switch to ON. This will allow gasoline to drain from the gas
tank through the carburetor.
NOTE: it may take a few hours for your tank to drain completely, depending on the amount of gasoline in the tank.
4. Once the gasoline has drained fully, close the carburetor drain screw, turn the engine switch to OFF, and close the
vacuum-relief valve.
CAUTION! Running the engine with a dirty, damaged, or missing air filter will result in possible danger and
cause the engine to wear out prematurely.
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Fig. 26