MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
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b. Recheck both clearances, and adjust as necessary.
To increase clearance, turn the adjusting nut counterclockwise.
To decrease clearance, turn the adjusting nut clockwise.
3.
Pull the tab on the spark arrestor cover out of the muffler.
Remove the spark arrestor cover.
Remove the spark arrestor screen from the spark arrestor cover.
Clean the spark arrestor screen with a wire brush or replace it.
4.
5.
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1. Reinstall the rocker arm cover using a new gasket. Torque the
screw to 20–30 in•lb (2.2–3.4 N•m).
Reinstall the engine cover. Check alignment of the cover before
tightening the screws. Tighten screws.
Reinstall the muffler cover. Slip the rear tab on the muffler
cover into the engine cover rear slot. Then slide the remaining
slots into the tabs until they snap into place (Fig. 32).
Check the spark plug and reinstall. See Replacing the Spark
Plug.
Replace the spark plug wire.
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury, always
turn your unit off and allow it to cool before you clean or
service it.
12.
13.
6.
Reinstall the spark arrestor screen, spark arrestor cover and
screw.
14.
15.
CLEANING
Use a small brush to clean off the outside of the unit. Do not use strong
detergents. Household cleaners that contain aromatic oils such as pine and
lemon, and solvents such as kerosene, can damage plastic housing or
handle. Wipe off any moisture with a soft cloth.
STORAGE
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REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG
WARNING:
To prevent serious personal injury, make
sure the cutting attachment has stopped rotating before
you turn it off and set it down.
Never store the unit with fuel in the tank where fumes may reach
an open flame or spark.
Use a replacement part number 791-180852B spark plug. The
correct air gap is 0.025 in. (0.635 mm.). Remove the plug after
every 25 hours of operation and check its condition.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing.
• Lock up the unit to prevent unauthorized use or damage.
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Store the unit in a dry, well-ventilated area.
Store the unit out of the reach of children.
1.
Stop the engine and allow it to cool. Grasp the plug wire firmly
and pull the cap from the spark plug.
LONG TERM STORAGE
2.
Clean dirt from
1.
Drain all gasoline from the gas tank into a container. Do not
use gas that has been stored for more than 60 days. Dispose
of the old gasoline in accordance to Federal, State, and Local
regulations.
around the spark
plug. Remove the
spark plug from the
cylinder head by
turning a 5/8 in.
socket
0.025 in.
(0.635 mm.)
2.
3.
Start the engine and allow it to run until it stalls. This ensures
that all gasoline has been drained from the carburetor.
Fig. 38
Allow the engine to cool. Remove the spark plug and put 5
drops of high quality motor oil into the cylinder. Pull the starter
rope slowly to distribute the oil. Reinstall the spark plug.
counterclockwise.
3.
4.
Replace cracked, fouled or dirty spark plug. Set the air gap at
0.025
in. (0.635 mm.) using a feeler gauge (Fig. 38).
NOTE: Remove the spark plug and drain all of the oil from the
cylinder before attempting to start the trimmer after
storage.
Install a correctly-gapped spark plug in the cylinder head. Turn
the 5/8 in. socket clockwise until snug.
If using a torque wrench torque to: 110-120 in.•lb. (12.3-13.5 N•m)
Do not over tighten.
SPARK ARRESTOR MAINTENANCE
4.
Change the oil, referring to Changing the Oil. Dispose of the
old oil in accordance to Federal, State and Local regulations.
5.
Thoroughly clean the unit and inspect for any loose or
damaged parts. Repair or replace damaged parts and tighten
loose screws, nuts or bolts. The unit is ready for storage.
1.
Remove the muffler
cover. See Rocker
Arm Clearance.
Muffler Spark Arrestor Screen
TRANSPORTING
2.
With a flat blade
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Allow the engine to cool before transporting.
Secure the unit while transporting.
Drain the gas tank before transporting.
screwdriver or Torx T-
20 bit, remove the
screw attaching the
spark arrestor cover to
the muffler (Fig. 39).
Screw
Slot
Tab
Spark Arrestor Cover
Fig. 39
• Tighten gas cap before transporting.
TROUBLESHOOTING
ENGINE WILL NOT START
CAUSE
ACTION
Empty fuel tank
Fill fuel tank with fuel
Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough
On/Off control in the STOP position
Old fuel
Press primer bulb fully and slowly 10 times
Turn On/Off control to ON
Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel
Replace or clean the spark plug
Clean or replace spark arrestor
Fouled spark plug
Plugged spark arrestor
ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE
CAUSE
ACTION
Air filter is plugged
Old fuel
Replace or clean the air filter
Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel
Adjust according to the Carburetor Adjustments section
Improper carburetor adjustment
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