Homelite UT50901 manual Cleaning the AIR Filter Screen, Fuel CAP, Spark Plug, STORing the product

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MAINTENANCE

CLEANING THE AIR FILTER SCREEN

See Figures 14 - 15.

For proper performance and long life, keep the air filter screen clean.

Remove the hex nut, wavy washer, flat washer, and choke dial cover.

Brush the air filter screen lightly to clean.

Reinstall the choke dial cover, flat washer, wavy washer, and hex nut. Tighten hex nut to secure.

FUEL CAP

WARNING:

A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced immediately.

The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine perfor- mance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is loos- ened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged. Replace fuel cap if required.

SPARK PLUG

This engine uses a Champion RCJ6Y or equivalent spark plug with .025 in. electrode gap. Use an exact replacement and replace annually, or more frequently if necessary.

STORing the product

Clean all foreign material from the product. 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.

Abide by all Federal and local regulations for the safe storage and handling of gasoline.

WHEN STORING 1 MONTH OR LONGER:

Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for gasoline. Run engine until it stops.

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SCREEN

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BRUSH

FILTER SCREEN

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Contents ALL Versions Save this Manual for Future ReferenceIntroduction Table of Contents Danger Rotating Cutting Member Read all instructionsSpecific Safety Rules Symbol Name Explanation SymbolsSymbol Signal Meaning ServiceProduct Specifications FeaturesPacking List AssemblyTOP-MOUNTED Motor UnpackingBolt Removing the attachment from the power headAttaching the Front handle Front HandleFilling Tank OperationApplications Fuel MixtureOperating Tips Using the EdgerTo Stop the Engine If assistance is required Starting this productAdjusting Depth of CUT See Figures 7Blade Depth See Figures 9 MaintenanceGeneral Maintenance Replacing the bladeSpark Arrestor Cleaning the Exhaust PortReplacing the Debris Flap Attaching the Storage HangerSTORing the product Cleaning the AIR Filter ScreenFuel CAP Spark PlugAir Filter Screen earlier in this TroubleshootingScrew Limited Warranty Statement WarrantyYour Warranty Rights and Obligations Fuel Tank Assy Emissions Maintenance Schedule and Warranted Parts ListThis product was manufactured with a catalyst muffler AIR Filter AssyPage California Proposition Parts and Service

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