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MAINTENANCE
dirty and may need to have the muffler replaced by an
authorized servicing dealer.
WARNING:
Never run the blower without the spark arrestor in place.
Failure to do so could result in a fire that could cause
serious personal injury.
CLEANING ThE EXhAUST PORT AND MUFFLER
Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount
of oil used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust
port and muffler may become blocked with carbon depos
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its. If you notice low power from the blower, have a quali-
fied service technician check the exhaust port and muffler
for carbon deposits. Removing the carbon deposits should
restore performance to the blower.
FUEL CAP
WARNING:
A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced
immediately. Failure to do so could result in a fire that
could cause serious personal injury.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check
valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine per
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formance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is
loosened, the check valve may be faulty or filter clogged.
Replace the fuel cap if required.
SPARK PLUG
This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y with 0.63 mm
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause
product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side
shields during power tool operation or when blowing
dust. If operation is dusty, also wear a dust mask.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-
based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact
with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or
destroy plastic which may result in serious personal
injury.
LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a suf-
ficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit
under normal operating conditions. Therefore, no further
lubrication is required.
REPLACING AND CLEANING ThE AIR FILTER
( Figure 10)
For proper performance and long life, keep the air filter(24)
clean.
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Push down on the latch (26) of the air filter cover; carefully
pull the top of the air filter cover (27) so it pivots away
from the base (25).
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Remove the air filter and clean it in warm soapy water.
Rinse and let dry completely.
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Reinstall the air filter into the air filter base.
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Pivot the cover back in place. Push the latch back into
the slot and ensure the cover is locked in place.
note:
The filter should be replaced annually for best per-
formance.
SPARK ARRESTOR
The muffler is equipped with a spark arrestor screen inside
muffler body. After extended use the screen can become
(0.025 in.) electrode gap. Use an exact replacement and
replace annually.
WARNING:
Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug. Cross-
threading will seriously damage the product.
STORAGE (1 MONTh OR LONGER)
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Drain all fuel from the tank into a container approved for
gasoline. Run engine until it stops.
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Clean all foreign material from the blower. Store it in a
well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep
away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals
and de-icing salts.
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Abide by all Federal and local regulations for the safe
storage and handling of petrol. Excess fuel should be
used up in other 2-stroke engine powered equipment.