Maintenance (continued)
Muffler
This unit must never be operated with a faulty or missing spark arrester or muffler. Make sure the muffler is well secured and in good condition. A worn or damaged muffler is a fire hazard and may also cause hearing loss.
Spark Plug
Keep the spark plug and wire connections tight and clean.
Fasteners
Make sure nuts, bolts, and screws (except carburetor adjusting screws) are tight.
NOTE:
Using
Daily maintenance
Prior to each work day, perform the following:
WARNING!
Always wear gloves when working around the cutter assembly.
WARNING!
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine and muffler free of
debris, leaves, or excessive grease
■■Lubricate the cutters with oil before use, and after refueling.
■■Check the cutters for damage and make sure all bolts are tight.
■■Check for loose, damaged, or miss- ing components, and repair as necessary.
Clean around
spark plug
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Daily maintenance
Lubricate
cutters
Check cutters and guide bar for damage and that bolts are tight
Inspect front and rear handles for damaged or loose attachments
■■Remove all grass clippings and dirt from the hedge trimmer.
■■Remove any compacted debris from around the fuel tank and/or muffler.
■■Inspect cooling system. Check cool- ing air intake area at base of crank- case. Remove all debris. Dirt build- up in these areas can lead to engine overheating, fire, or premature wear.
■■Clean under the cylinder cover and around the spark plug.
■■Inspect the air filter element for clogging, clean as necessary.
■■Check for fuel leaks.
Keep cooling | Keep cooling air |
fins clean | intake passages |
| clean (Fuel tank |
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Inspect cooling system
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