Makita DPC 7001, DPC 7000, DPC 9501 Replacingthe suction head, Replacing the starter cable

Replacingthe suction head

The felt filter (E/9) of the suction head can become clogged. It is recommended to replace the suction head once every three months in orderto ensure unimpeded fuel flow to the carburetor. - Empty fuel tank. To remove the suction head for replace- ment, pull it out through the tank filler neck using a piece of

wire bent at one end to form a hook.

Replacing the starter cable

-Unscrewfourscrews(F/lO). Removethefan housing (F/ll) .

-Remove all pieces of cable.

-Threadinanew cable(3/16"dia.x40"long(04x1000mm)) as shown in Fig. G (don't forget disc G/12), and knot the ends as shown.

-Pull knot (G/13) into the cable pulley (G/14).

-Pull knot (G/15) into the cable grip (G/16).

-Guidethecableintothe recess(H/17)on thecabledrum and usethe cable to turn the drum two turns inthe direction shown by the arrow.

-Holdingthe cable drum in your left hand, straighten out the twist inthe cable with your right hand, pullthe cable tight, and hold.

-Release the cable drum. The drum's spring force will now wind the cable around the drum.

-Repeat this procedure twice. The starter handle must stand out from the fan housing.

NOTE: With the cable pulled all the way out, it must still be possible to turn the pulley another 1/4 turn against the return spring.

CAUTION!Injuryhazard!When you pulloutthe starter cable hold the starter handle firmly. It will whip back if the cable pulley is released by accident.

-When replaceingfanhousing, it may be necessaryto pullthe starter cable lightly so that the cable pulley catches.

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