NOTE: Do not attempt to clean the spark ar-

CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS

resting screen.

There is no screw for idle adjustment on your

1.

Loosen and remove the 2 screws from the

blower. The throttle lever is used to control

 

muffler cover. Remove the muffler cover.

engine speed. The throttle lever can be

2.

Loosen and remove both screws from the

placed in one of four positions: STOP, IDLE

 

exhaust diverter.

or , FULL THROTTLE or

, and one

3.

Remove the exhaust diverter and spark

intermittent position. If your enginewill not run

 

arresting screen.

properly or you require further assistance,

4

Install new spark arresting screen.

contact an authorized service dealer or call

5.

Reinstall exhaust diverter and both

1--800--554--6723.

 

 

screws. Tighten screws securely.

 

 

6.Reinstall muffler cover and 2 screws. Tighten securely.

NOTE: If any part of the muffler is cracked, broken or damaged, we recommend that the muffler be replaced.

 

 

 

 

 

WARNING: Perform the following

Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in

 

minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits

steps after each use:

during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel

S

Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit

tank or fuel storage container. Follow the mix

 

before storing or transporting.

instructions found on stabilizer container. Run

S

Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area

engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer.

 

where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or

ENGINE

 

open flames from water heaters, electric

S Remove spark plug and pour 1 teaspoon of

 

motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

40:1, 2-cycle engine oil (air cooled) through

S

Store unit with all guards in place. Position

the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the

 

unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-

starter rope 8 to 10 times to distribute oil.

 

dentally cause injury.

S Replace spark plug with new one of recom-

S

Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of

mended type and heat range.

 

children.

S Clean air filter.

SEASONAL STORAGE

S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,

Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if

and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,

it will not be used for 30 days or more.

or worn parts.

If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:

S At the beginning of the next season, use

S Clean the entire unit before lengthy stor-

only fresh fuel having the proper gasoline to

 

age.

oil ratio.

S

Store in a clean dry area.

OTHER

S

Lightly oil external metal surfaces.

S Do not store gasoline from one season to

FUEL SYSTEM

another.

Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERA-

S Replace your gasoline can if it starts to rust.

TION section of this manual, see message la-

 

 

beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga- sohol in your engine.

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