RedMax SGCZ2500S Air Filter, air filter FUEL FILTER, fuel filter SPARK PLUG, Tightening Torque

8. Maintenance

MA6

(1)

MA7

(1)

MA8

.025 in

0.655mm

WARNING

•Make sure that the engine has stopped and is cool before performing any service to the machine. Contact with moving cutting head or hot muffler may result in a personal injury.

■AIR FILTER

•The air filter, if clogged, will reduce the engine performance. Check and clean the filter element in warm, soapy water as required. Dry completely before installing. If the element is

broken or shrunk, replace with a new one. (MA6)

(1) air filter

■FUEL FILTER

•When the engine runs short of fuel supply, check the fuel cap and the fuel filter for blockage. (MA7)

(1) fuel filter

■SPARK PLUG

•Starting failure and mis-firing are often caused by a fouled spark plug. Clean the spark plug and check that the plug gap is in the correct range. For a replacement plug, use the correct type specified by RedMax. (MA8)

•REPLACEMENT PLUG IS A NGK CMR7A.

IMPORTANT

•Note that using any spark plug other than those designated may result in the engine failing to operate properly or in the engine becoming overheated and damaged.

•To install the spark plug, first turn the plug until it is finger tight, then tighten it a quarter turn more with a socket wrench.

TIGHTENING TORQUE:

87~104 in-lbs

(9.8~11.8 N.m.)

■MUFFLER

WARNING

•Inspect periodically, the muffler for loose fasteners, any damage or corrosion. If any sign of exhaust leakage is found, stop using the

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