MAINTENANCE
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.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning or servicing the machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and discon- nect spark plug wire and move it away from spark plug. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
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.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at an Authorized Service Center.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
See Figure 19.
Cean the air filter as indicated by the maintenance schedule.
To clean the air filter:
Loosen the air filter cover by turning the knob counter- clockwise.
Remove the air filter cover.
Remove the air filter.
Wash the air filter with warm, soapy water.
Rinse and let dry completely.
Work two drops of oil into the air filter.
Reinstall the air filter.
NOTE: Make sure the filter is seated properly inside the cover. Installing the filter incorrectly will allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear.
Reinstall the cover.
Tighten knob to secure.
NOTE: For best performance, the air filter should be replaced once each year.
AIR FILTER
COVER
AIR FILTER
KNOB
Fig. 19
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