1. Remove the spark plug;
2. Remove three self-tapping screws and two machine screws from the engine cover and
then gently move the engine cover aside;
3. Remove the three spark arrestor retaining screws, then remove the spark arrestor cover,
screen, gasket and chamber;
4. Use a plastic scraper or wire brush to remove carbon deposits from the screen,
chamber and cover;
5. Inspect the screen carefully and replace any screen that has been performed, distorted
or is otherwise unserviceable;
6. Install the chamber, screen, gasket and cover in the reverse order of disassembly and
then install and securely tighten the three cover retaining screws;
7. Install the engine cover and verify that the fuel line connections are still tightly in place;
8. Install the engine cover retaining screws in the reverse order of removal and tighten
securely;
9. Install and tighten the spark plug, and reconnect the spark plug wire;
STORAGE: (30
days or longer):
CLEANING: Thoroughly the blower exterior;
INSPECTION: Inspect the entire blower and tubes for damage, including loose or missing
components and repair as necessary;
FUEL: Drain the fuel tank and then clear the carburetor and lines by running the blower until it
stops from lack of fuel;
LUBRICATION: Remove the spark plug and then pour approximately ¼ oz of oil into the
cylinder through the spark plug hole. Before reinstalling the spark plug, pull the recoil starter 2
or 3 times to distribute the oil over the cylinder walls;
AIR CLEANER: Remove, clean and reinstall the filter element as described under ‘daily’;
STORAGE: Store the blower in a clean, dry, dust-free environment.