MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
AIR FILTER
CAUTION: Never operate saw without the air filter.
Dust and dirt wil be drawn into engine and damage it. Keep the air filter clean.
1.Remove the top cover (A) by loosening the cover retaining screws. Cover will lift off (Fig. 25).
2.Lift the air filter (B) out of
3.Clean air filter. Wash filter in clean, warm, soapy water. Rinse in clear, cool water. Air dry completely.
NOTE: It is advisable to have a supply of spare filters.
4.Install air filter. Install engine / air filter cover. Make sure cover fits properly. Tighten the cover retaining screws securely.
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury,
always turn your unit off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it.
A
FUEL FILTER
CAUTION: Never operate saw without the fuel filter.
The fuel filter should be replaced after each 20 hours of use. Drain fuel tank before changing.
1.Remove the fuel tank cap.
2.Bend a piece of soft wire.
3.Reach into fuel tank opening and hook fuel line. Carefully pull the fuel line toward the opening until you can reach it with your fingers.
NOTE: Do not pull hose completely out of tank.
4.Lift filter (A) out of tank (Fig. 27).
5.Pull filter off with a twisting motion. Discard filter.
6.Install new filter. Insert end of filter into tank opening. Make sure filter sits in bottom corner of tank. Use a long handle screwdriver to aid in filter placement if necessary.
7.Fill tank with fresh fuel / oil mixture. See Oil and Fuel Information page 9. Install fuel cap.
A
Fig. 27
Fig. 25
B
C
Fig. 26
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