Idle Adjustment Screw
Fig. 32

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Use the bottle and spout saved from initial use to measure the correct amount of oil. The top of the label on the bottle measures approximately 3.04 ounces (90 ml) or 3/8 cup (Fig. 25). Check the level, See Checking the Oil Level. If the level is low, add a small amount of oil and recheck. Do not overfill (Fig. 25).

Fill Level

Fig. 28

 

 

 

Fig. 29

 

 

 

Fig. 25

6.Replace the oil fill plug.

7.Reconnect the spark plug boot.

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE

WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always turn the unit off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it.

Cleaning the Air Filter

Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation. It is an important item to maintain. Failure to maintain your air filter properly can result in poor performance or can cause permanent damage to your engine.

1.Open the air filter cover. Push the tab on the under side of the cover inward. Then pull the air filter cover out and up from the bottom of the cover (Fig. 26).

Air Filter Cover

7.Reinstall the air filter cover. Position the slots on the top of the air filter cover onto the tabs at the top of the back plate (Fig. 30).

8.Swing the cover down until the tab on the air filter backplate snaps into place in the slot on the air filter cover (Fig. 31).

Air Filter Cover

Air Filter

Tab

Back Plate

Tabs

 

Air Filter

 

Locking Tab

Fig. 30

Air Filter

Tab

Fig. 26

2.Remove the air filter (Fig. 26).

3.Wash the filter in detergent and water (Fig. 27). Rinse the filter thoroughly and allow it to

dry.

4.Apply enough clean SAE 30

motor oil to lightly coat the filter (Fig. 28).

5.Squeeze the filter to spread and

remove excess oil (Fig. 29).

6.Replace the filter (Fig. 26).

NOTE: If the unit is operated without the air filter, you will VOID the warranty.

Fig. 27

Fig. 31

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT

The idle speed of the engine is adjustable. An idle adjustment screw is between the air

filter cover and the engine starter housing (Fig. 32).

NOTE: Careless adjustments can seriously damage your unit. A qualified service dealer should make carburetor adjustments.

Check Fuel

Old fuel is usually the

reason for improper unit performance. Drain and refill the tank with fresh fuel prior to making any adjustments. Refer to Oil and Fuel Information.

Clean Air Filter

The condition of the air filter is important to the operation of the unit. A dirty air filter will restrict air flow. This is often mistaken for an out of adjustment carburetor. Check the condition of the air filter before adjusting the idle speed screw. Refer to Air Filter Maintenance.

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