MAINTENANCESCHEDULE
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK Check for Loose fasteners and parts Check for damaged or worn parts Clean unit and labels
Clean air filter
Replace spark plug
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cov- er items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To re- ceive full value from the warranty, the operator must maintain unit as instruct- ed in this manual. Various adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
•Spark Plug Boot
•Air Filter
•Housing Screws
•Assist Handle Screws
•Debris Shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR WORN PARTS
Refer replacement of damaged/worn parts to your Sears Service Center.
•On/Stop Switch - Ensure On/Stop switch functions properly by pressing and holding the switch in the "Stop" position. Make sure engine stops; then restart engine and continue.
•Fuel Tank - Discontinue use of unit if
fuel tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
•Debris Shield - Discontinue use of unit if debris shield is damaged.
CLEAN UNIT & LABELS
•Clean the unit using a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
•Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
WHEN TO PERFORM
Before each use
Before each use
After each use
Every 5 hours of operation
Yearly
CLEAN AIR FILTER
Do not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent to avoid creating a fire hazard or producing harmful evap- orative emissions.
A dirty air filter decreases engine per- formance and increases fuel consump- tion and harmful emissions. Always clean after every 5 hours of operation.
•Clean the cover and the area around
it to keep dirt from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed.
•Remove parts as illustrated.
•Wash the filter in soap and water.
•Allow filter to dry.
•Add a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze the filter to distribute oil.
•Replace parts.
_ | Air Filter | |
_'_ | Screws | |
Air Filter
Cover
REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace the spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. Set spark plug gap at
.025 in. Ignition timing is fixed and nonadjustable.
•Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
•Remove spark plug from cylinder and discard.
•Replace with Champion
•Reinstall the spark plug boot.
