13. Spark arrester maintenance (optional part)
You can purchase an opti,onal, U.S.D.A. qualified spark arrester for this
product from your authorized Honda Power Equipment dealer. Spark ar-
resters are required in some areas; check local laws and regulations before
operating this Honda product.
mzm The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains
hot for a while after the engine &tops: Be carefucnot to touch the muffler
while it is hot. Allow it to cool before proceeding.
CAUTION: The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to main-
tain its efficiency;
1. Remove the four 6 mm bolts and remove the muffler protector.
2. Remove the two 5 mm screws from the exhaust pipe tip. Remove the
exhaust pipe tip and spark arrester (be careful not to damage the spark
arrester screen).
3. Use a wire brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester
screen.
NOTE: Inspect the spark arrester screen for holes or tears. Replace it if
it is damaged.