CLEAN AIR FILTER
_ Air Filter
Cover
Screws
_" / | Air Filter |
A dirty air filter decreases engine per- formance and increases fuel consump- tion and harmful emissions. Always clean after every 5 hours of operation.
Cleaning the air filter:
1.Clean the cover and the area
around it to keep debris from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed.
2.Remove parts as illustrated.
NOTE: Do not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent. Doing so can create a fire hazard or produce harmful evaporative emissions.
3.Wash the filter in soap and water.
4.Allow filter to dry.
5.Apply a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze filter to distribute oil.
6.Replace parts.
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. Set spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Igni- tion timing is fixed, nonadjustable.
1.Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2.Remove spark plug from cylinder and discard.
3.Replace with Champion
4.Reinstall the spark plug boot.
REPLACE FUEL FILTER
To replace fuel filter, drain unit by run- ning it dry of fuel, then remove fuel
cap/retainer assembly from tank. Pull filter from tank and remove it from the
fuel line. Install new fuel filter on fuel line; reinstall parts.
Fuel Filter
CHECK MUFFLER MOUNTING
SCREWS
Once each year, ensure muffler mounting screws are secure and tight-
ened properly to prevent damage. Mounting
1.Loosen and remove the 2 screws from the muffler cover.
2.Remove the muffler cover.
3.Tighten the 2 muffler mounting screws securely.
4.Reinstall muffler cover and 2
screws. Tighten securely.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
There is no screw for idle adjustment on your blower. The throttle lever is used to control engine speed. The throttle lever can be placed in one of four positions: STOP, IDLE or
mittent position. If your engine will not run properly or you require further
assistance, contact your Sears Service Center or call our customer assistance
help line at