NOTE:
After
adjustment,
the washers
be-
tween the bolt head and the blade should
be
able to be turned
by hand,
but not loose
enough
to move when the unit is tilted from
side to side.
CAUTION:
if the clearance
between
the
cutting
blades is set too wide, the blades will
not cut correctly,
if the blades are adjusted too
tight, overheating
may occur.
REPLACE
SPARK
PLUG
Replace spark
plug each year to ensure the
engine
starts
easier
and
runs
better.
Set
spark
plug gap at 0.025 h_ch (0.6 mm). Igni-
tion timing is fixed, nonadjustable.
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and dis-
card.
3. Replace
with
Champion
ROJ-6Y
spark
plug and tighten securely
with a 3/4 inch
(19 mm) socket
wrench.
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
REPLACE
FUEL
FILTER
To replace fuel filter, drain unit by running it dry
of fuel, then remove fuel cap/retainer
assem-
bly from tank. Pull filter from tank and remove
it from the fuel line. Install new fuel filter on fuel
line; reinstall
parts.
Fuel Line
Fuel
Filter
'nWARNING:
Perform
the
following
steps after each use:
• Allow engine to cool,
and secure
the unit
before storh_g or transporting.
• Store unit and fuel h_awell
ventilated
area
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks
or
open flames
from water
heaters,
electric
motors or switches,
furnaces,
etc.
• Store
unit with
the blade
cover
installed.
Position
unit so that any sharp object can-
not accidentally
cause injury.
• Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of
children.
SEASONAL
STORAGE
Prepare unit for storage at end of season or if
it will not be used for 30 days or more.
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time:
• Clean the entire unit.
• Store in a clean dry area.
• Clean
all parts
and
check
for damage.
Have damaged
parts repaired
or replaced
by an authorized
service dealer,
• Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws
tight.
• Lightly oil external
metal surfaces,
includ-
ing the blade.
• Install the blade cover.
To oil the blade,
do the following:
• Stop the engine and allow blade to come to
a complete
stop.
• Ensure ON/OFF
switch is in the OFF posi-
tion.
• Disconnect
the spark
plug wire.
• Apply a light machine
oil along the edge of
the top strap as shown.
FUEL
SYSTEM
Under
FUELING
ENGINE
in the OPERA-
TION section of this manual, see message
la-
beled iMPORTANT
regarding
the use of ga-
sohol in your engine.
Fuel stabilizer is an ac-
ceptable alternative
in minimizing the formation
of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabi-
lizer to gasoline in fuel tank or fuel storage con-
tainer. Follow the mix instructions found on sta-
bilizer container, Run engine at least 5 minutes
after adding stabilizer,
HELPFUL
TIP
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During etorage of your gas/
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___t'el_!_&" _ ofl mixture,
the oil will sepa-
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rate from the gas.
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shake the gas cat? weekly
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to insure proper blending of
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the gas and oil.
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