maintenance
CLEANING THE EXHAUST PORT AND MUFFLER
Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and amount of lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions, the exhaust port and muffler may become blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a power loss with your
spark arrestor
See Figure 15.
Spark arrestor meets the requirements of the USDA Forest Service Standard
Inspect the spark arrestor for breaks or holes. Replace if necessary. To purchase a replacement spark arrestor contact Homelite customer service at
Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrestor screen as needed.
draining fuel tank/carburetor
See Figures 16 - 17.
To help prevent gum deposits in the fuel system, drain the fuel from the tank and carburetor before storing.
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK
Turn the engine switch off ( O ).
Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
Remove the fuel line from the fuel valve by squeezing the ends of the retaining clip and sliding the fuel line off.
Install one end of a drain line over the fuel valve, and place the other end in a fuel container large enough to catch the fuel being drained from the tank.
Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
When the fuel has drained from the tank, close the fuel valve and reinstall fuel line securely on fuel valve.
draining the carburetor
Turn the engine switch off ( O ).
Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
Position a suitable container under the carburetor drain screw to catch fuel; loosen the screw.
Allow fuel to drain completely into container.
Retighten drain screw.
NOTE: Consult hazardous waste management guidelines in your area for the proper way to dispose of used fuel.
Replacing Fuel Filter
See Figure 18.
Occasionally the fuel filter may become clogged and need replacing. To purchase a replacement fuel filter contact Homelite customer service at
NOTE: Fuel tank must be empty before replacing fuel filter. Run unit until tank is empty, if needed, or inspect filter prior to
To replace:
Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
Remove the fuel line from both sides of the filter by squeezing the ends of the retaining clip with pliers.
Slide the fuel line off.
Replace with new fuel filter.
Reinstall fuel lines to new fuel filter.
Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.
Transporting
Turn engine switch OFF ( O ).
Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
Make sure engine and exhaust of unit is cool.
Empty the fuel tank.
Do not drop or strike unit or place under heavy objects.
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