9. Maintenance
MA16
9. Muffler (MA16)
WARNING
If you do not attach the muffler correctly, after engine starts, the muffler will be loosen and the hightemperature exhaust gas spout. After cleaning the muffler, pay attention to fit up the muffler according to the explanation as follows.
1.Muffler body, muffler cover and baffle will be combined correctly.
2.Be sure the gasket is not broken. If it is broken, change to the new one.
3.Before tightening the screw, rub the gross on it.
4.After making a test run,
WARNING
Right after stopping the engine, do not touch the muffler with one's bare hands. It will cause to burn your hands.
If carbon clogs between the muffler, it will cause the
Spark arrester
RedMax engines are equipped with a spark arresting screen at the exhaust port. Periodically check and keep it in good condition. In the State of California it is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code) to have a spark arrester when a gas powered tool is used in any forest covered, brush covered, or grass covered unimproved land. (MA16)
(1)Gasket
(2)Spark arrester
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