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A dirty air filter decreases engine performance and increases fuel consumption and harmful emissions.
Always clean after every 5 hours of operation.
1.
Clean the cover and the area around it to keep debris from falling into the carburettor chamber when
the cover is removed.
2.
Push the choke lever (No 11 Fig 4) down to the off position (lll).
3.
Unscrew the air filter cover securing screw by turning it anti-clockwise (Fig 6).
4.
Remove the air filter cover and air filter (Fig 6).
5.
Wash the filter in soap and water.
NOTE:
Do not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent. Doing so can create a fire hazard
or produce harmful evaporative emissions.
6.
Allow filter to dry.
7.
Apply a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze filter to distribute oil.
8.
Check filter for damage and replace if damaged.
9.
Reassemble ensuring that the filter is correctly seated and secure the filter cover with the securing
screw by turning it clockwise do not over tighten (Fig 6).
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plug each year or if starting problems are experienced. Set spark plug gap at 0.6mm.
1.
Twist and pull off spark plug boot to remove.
2.
Remove spark plug from cylinder with spark plug socket supplied, discard used spark plug.
3.
Replace with Lawn Star spark plug (Twin pack spark plug kit stock code 80-26055) and tighten
securely with the spark plug socket supplied.
4.
Re-attach the spark plug boot.
REPLACE FUEL FILTER
To replace fuel filter, drain unit by running it dry of fuel, then remove fuel cap/retainer assembly from
tank. Pull filter from tank and remove it from fuel line. Install new fuel filter on fuel line; reinstall parts.
CHECK EXHAUST MUFFLER MOUNTING SCREWS
Once each year, ensure muffler mounting screws are secure and tightened properly to prevent damage.