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MAINTENANCE
Spark Arresting Muffler (Fig. 53)
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WARNING: A faulty or altered spark arrester system
screen can create a fire hazard.
Through normal use the screen can become dirty and should be
inspected weekly and cleaned as required.
To clean:
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Allow the muffl er to cool.
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Remove the muffl er cover (A).
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Remove the six (6) defl ector screws (B).
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Remove the defl ector (C), the gasket (D) and spark arrester (E).
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Clean and inspect the spark arrester screen. If the spark arrester
screen is damaged, faulty or deteriorated, replace the screen.
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Reassemble components in reversed order of removal and torque
the screw to 40 in/lbs (4.5 Nm).
WARNING: If the spark arrester screen is damaged,
faulty or deteriorated, replace the screen or entire
muffler assembly.
The Spark Arrester System needs a periodic and accurate maintenance
and cleaning, in particular:
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check periodically the spark arrester screen and substitute it when
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holes, bends or deformations appear;
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check carefully if dust, debris or organic material is in contact with
parts of the Spark Arrester System; clean it often with tools or shop
air.
If the screen needs to be replaced, please order the whole inner part p.n.
61370017R (E) and 58070144R (D).
WARNING: Do not operate your hedge trimmer if the
muffler is damaged, missing or modified. An improperly
maintained muffler will increase the risk of fire and
hearing loss.
Blade Gearbox
Refill gear housing every 20 working hours (Fig. 54). If necessary, add
15÷20 g grease with molybdenum bisulphide.
Angle Drive
Refill gear housing every 50 working hours (Fig. 55). If necessary, add
5÷10 g grease with molybdenum bisulphide.