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200947 - WALk BEhiND BLOWER
STORAGE
4. Carefully remove the carbon deposits from the spark arrester
screen with a wire brush.
5. Replace the spark arrester if it is damaged.
6. Position the spark arrestor on the muffler and attach with the
screws removed in step 2.
CAUTiON
Failure to clean the spark arrestor will result in degraded
engine performance.
NOTiCE
Federal and local laws and administrative requirements
indicate when and where spark arrestors are required. When
ordered, spark arrestors are required for operation of this
blower in National Forest lands. In California, this blower must
not be used on any forest-covered land, brush-covered land, or
grass-covered land unless the engine is equipped with a spark
arrestor.
WARNiNG
Always check for fuel leaks before use. A leaking fuel cap is
a hazard and must be replaced immediately. If any leaks are
found, correct the problem before using the product. Failure
to do so could result in a fire hazard that could cause serious
personal injury, including equipment and property damage.
Adjusting the Governor
NOTiCE
Tampering or adjusting the factory set carburetor is a Federal
Violation and will void your warranty coverage.
The air-fuel mixture is not adjustable. Tampering with the governor
can damage your blower and will void your warranty. Contact our
Technical Support Team at 1-877-338-0999 for all other service
and/or adjustment needs.
Maintenance Schedule
Follow the service intervals indicated in the following maintenance
schedule.
Service your blower more frequently when operating in adverse
conditions.
Contact our Technical Support Team at 1-877-338-0999 to locate
the nearest CPE certified service dealer for your blower or engine
maintenance needs.
EVERY 8 hOURS OR DaILY
Check oil level
Clean around air intake and muffler
FIRST 5 hOURS
Change oil
EVERY 50 hOURS OR EVERY SEaSON
Clean air filter
Change oil if operating under heavy load or in hot
environments
EVERY 100 hOURS OR EVERY SEaSON
Change oil
Clean/adjust spark plug
Check/adjust valve clearance*
Clean spark arrestor
Clean fuel tank and filter*
EVERY 250 hOURS
Clean combustion chamber*
EVERY 3 YEaRS
Replace fuel line*
* To be performed by knowledgeable, experienced owners or Champion Power
Equipment certified dealers.
STORAGE
Refer to the Maintenance section for proper cleaning instructions.
1. Allow the blower to cool completely before storage.
2. Turn off the fuel supply at the fuel valve.
3. Clean the blower according to the instructions in the
Maintenance section.
4. Store the unit in a clean, dry area out of direct sunlight.
Short Term Engine Storage (Up to 30 Days)
1. Allow the engine to cool completely before storage.
2. Clean engine according to the Maintenance section.
