8. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE:
Mu er screen and spark arrester
WARNING:
The engine and muffler will be very hot after the
engine has been run. Avoid touching the engine
and muffler with any part of your body or clothing
while they are still hot during inspection or repair.
1. Remove the screws ①, and then pull outward on
the areas of the cover ② shown.
2. Loosen the bolt ③ and then remove the
muffler cap ④, the muffler screen ⑤ and
spark arrester ⑥.
3. Clean the carbon deposits on the muffler screen
and spark arrester using a wire brush.
NOTICE
When cleaning, use the wire brush lightly to avoid
damaging or scratching the muffler screen and
spark arrester.
4. Check the muffler screen and spark arrester.
Replace them if damaged.
5. Install the spark arrester.
WARNING:
If using in areas prone to fires such as forest or woods,
never use an engine without an appropriate spark
arrester.
TIP:
Align the spark arrester projection ⑦ with the hole ⑧
in the muffler pipe.
6. Install the muffler screen and the muffler cap.
7. Install the cover and tighten the screws.
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