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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
CARE & MAINTENANCE TASK
Check for Loose fasteners and parts
Check for damaged or worn parts
Clean unit and labels
Clean air filter
Inspect and clean spark arrestor
Replace spark plug
GENERALRECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this unit does not cov-
er items that have been subjected to
operator abuse or negligence. To re-
ceive full value from the warranty, the
operator must maintain unit as instruct-
ed in this manual. Various adjustments
will need to be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit.
CHECK FOR LOOSE
FASTENERS AND PARTS
• Spark Plug Boot
WHEN TO PERFORM
Before each use
Before each use
After each use
Every 5 hours of operation
Every 25 hours of operation
Yearly
A dirty air filter decreases engine per-
formance and increases fuel consump-
tion and harmful emissions. Always
clean after every 5 hours of operation.
• Clean cover area around it to keep dirt
and debris from falling into carburetor
chamber when cover is removed.
• Remove parts as illustrated.
• Wash the filter in soap and water.
• Allow filter to dry=
• Replace parts, making sure the filter
is seated completely.
• Air Filter
• Housing Screws
• Assist Handle Screws
• Shield
CHECK FOR DAMAGED OR
WORN PARTS
Refer replacement of damaged/worn
parts to your Sears Service Center.
• On/Stop Switch - Ensure On/Stop
switch functions properly. Move switch
to "Stop." Make sure engine stops;
then restart engine and continue.
• Fuel Tank - Discontinue use if fuel
tank shows signs of damage or leaks.
• Shield - Discontinue use of unit if
Air
Filter
Lws
Back
view of
Air Filter
Cover
J
shield is damaged.
CLEAN UNIT & LABELS
• Clean the unit using a damp cloth
with a mild detergent.
• Wipe off unit with a clean dry cloth.
CLEAN AIR FILTER
Do not clean filter in gasoline or other
flammable solvent to avoid creating a
fire hazard or producing harmful evap-
orative emissions.
INSPECT AND CLEAN SPARK
ARRESTOR (if equipped)
As tile unit is used, carbon deposits
build up on the muffler and spark
arrestor screen, and must be removed
to avoid creating a fire hazard or af-
fecting engine performance.
Remove the spark arrestor screen
from the muffler and clean. Replace
spark arrestor screen if breaks occur.
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