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REPLACE FUEL FILTER

Toreplace fuel filter, drainunit byrunning itdry
of fuel, then remove fuel c ap/retainer assem-
bly from tank. Pull filter from tank and remove
itfrom the fuel line. Install new fuel filter on fuel
line; reinstall parts.
Fuel Line
Fuel Filter

CHECK MUFFLER MOUNTING

SCREWS

Once each year, ensure muffler mounting
screws are secure and tightened properly to
prevent damage.
Mounting
Screw
Holes
Muffler Cover
Screws
1. Loosen and remove the 2 screws from the
muffler cover.
2. Remove the muf fler cover.
3. Tighten the 2 muffler mounting screws se-
curely.
4. Reinstall muffler cover and 2 screws.
Tighten securely.

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS

Yourcarburetor is equipped with limit er caps.
Adjusting the c arburetor is a complicated
task. We recommend that you take your unit
to an an authorized service dealer. Damage
will occur if you turn the needles beyond the
limiter stops.
STORAGE
WARNING: Perform the following
steps after each use:
SAllow engine to cool, and secure the unit
before storing or transporting.
SStore unit and f uel in a well ventilated area
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or
open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
SStore unit with all guards in place. Position
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally cause injury.
SStore unit and fuel well out of the reach of
children.

SEASONAL STORAGE

Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if
it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:
SClean the entire unit before lengthy stor-
age.
SStore in a clean dry area.
SLightly oil external metal surfaces.

FUEL SYSTEM

Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-
TIONsection of this manual, see message la-
beledIMPORTANT regarding the use of ga-
sohol in your engine.
Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits
during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel
tank or fuel storage container. Follow the mix
instructions found on stabilizer container. Run
engineat least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer.

ENGINE

SRemove spark plug and pour1 teaspoon of
40:1,2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the
starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.
SReplace spark plug with newone of recom-
mended type and heat range.
SClean air filter.
SCheck entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
SAt the beginning of the next season, use
onlyf reshfuel havi ng theproper gasoline to
oil ratio.

OTHER

SDo not store gasoline from one season to
another.
SReplace your gasoline canif itstarts torust.