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MAINTENANCE
Carburetor Adjustment
Before adjusting the carburetor, clean the starter cover vents as
shown in Illustration Fig. 85, and air filter as shown in Illustration
Fig. 86, refer to Operation-Starting Unit and Maintenance-Air
Filter Sections for details. Allow the engine to warm up prior to
carburetor adjustment.
This engine is designed and manufactured in order to comply
with EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) Phase 2 regulations.
The carburetor is factory set and should not require adjusting.
The carburetor will permit only limited adjustment of the "L" (Low
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Jet) and "H" (High Jet) needles (Fig. 87). Any adjustment should
be done by a Servicing Dealer.
Under no circumstances should the "L" (Low Jet) and "H" (High
Jet) needles be forced outside the range of adjustment.
WARNING: Serious damage can occur to the engine
if improper adjustments are made to the "L" and "H"
needles. Do not force the "L" and "H" needles outside
the adjustment range in such case the engine will not
run in compliance with emissions regulations.
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Idle Speed Adjustment
• If the engine starts, runs, and accelerates but will not idle; turn
the idle speed screw "T" clockwise to increase idle speed
(Fig. 87).
• If the chain turns at idle, turn the idle speed screw "T"
counterclockwise to reduce the idle RPM and stop the chain
movement. If the saw chain still moves at idle speed, contact
a Servicing Dealer for adjustment and discontinue use until the
repair is made.
Fuel Filter
Check the fuel filter (F, Fig. 88) periodically. Replace it if
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contaminated or damaged.
Air Filter
WARNING: Do not clean filter in gasoline or other
flammable solvent to avoid creating a fire hazard or
producing harmful evaporative emissions.
Completely loosen the air filter cover knob (G, Fig. 89) by turning
counterclockwise, remove air filter cover (H) and check the air
filter (I) each day; shake the filter and clean with a soft brush.
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If heavily contaminated, clean with soapy water, rinse and dry
thoroughly prior to installing. Reinstall the air filter into cover.
Place the air filter cover onto the chainsaw. Tighten the air filter
cover knob securely.
A used air filter can never be completely cleaned. It is advisable to
replace your air filter with a new one after six month of operation.
CAUTION: Never run the engine without the air filter,
serious damage could result.
Make sure the air filter is correctly placed in the air
filter cover before reassembly.
Always replace damaged filters.
Do not clean a filter with a brush.
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