Always clean or replace air filter after every 5 hours of operation or yearly, whichever comes first. 1. Clean the cover and the area around it to keep debris from falling into the carburetor chamber when the cover is removed. 2. Remove parts as illustrated. NOTE: Do not clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvent. Doing so can create a fire hazard or produce harmful evaporative emissions. 3. Wash the filter in soap and water. 4. Allow filter to dry. 5. Apply a few drops of oil to the filter; squeeze filter to distribute oil. 6. Replace parts. REPLACE SPARK PLUG Replace spark plug each year to ensure the engine starts easier and runs better. Set spark plug gap at 0.025 inch. Ignition timing is fixed, nonadjustable. 1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot. 2. Remove spark plug from cylinder and discard. 3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch 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 assembly from tank. Pull filter from tank and remove it from the fuel line. Install new fuel filter on fuel line; reinstall parts. --8 - - Fuel Line Fuel Filter CHECK MUFFLER MOUNTING SCREWS Once each year, ensure muffler mounting screws are secure and tightened properly to prevent damage. Muffler Cover Screws MountingScrewHoles 1. Loosen and remove the 2 screws from the muffler cover. 2. Remove the muffler cover. 3. Tighten the 2 muffler mounting screws securely. 4. Reinstall muffler cover and 2 screws. Tighten securely. CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS There is no screw for idle adjustment on your blower. The throttle lever is used to control engine speed. The throttle lever can be placed in one of four positions: STOP, IDLE or , FULL THROTTLE or , and one intermittent position. If your engine will not run properly or you require further assistance, contact an authorized service dealer or call 1- --800- --554- --6723. -- STORAGEHELPFULTIPDuringstorageofyourgas/ oilmixture,theoilwillsepa- ratefromthegas. Werecommendthatyoushakethegascanweeklytoinsureproperblendingofthegasandoil. ENGINESRemovesparkplugandpour1teaspoonof40:1,2-cycleengineoil(aircooled)throughthesparkplugopening.Slowlypullthestarterrope8to10timestodistributeoil. SReplacesparkplugwithnewoneofrecommendedtypeandheatrange. SCleanairfilter. SCheckentireunitforloosescrews,nuts, andbolts.Replaceanydamaged,broken, orwornparts. SAtthebeginningofthenextseason,useonlyfreshfuelhavingthepropergasolinetooilratio. OTHERSDonotstoregasolinefromoneseasontoanother. SReplaceyourgasolinecanifitstartstorust. WARNING: Perform the following steps after each use: S Allow engine to cool, and secure the unit before storing or transporting. S Store unit and fuel in a well ventilated area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc. S Store unit with all guards in place. Position unit so that any sharp object cannot accidentally cause injury. S 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: S Clean the entire unit before lengthy stor age. S Store in a clean dry area. S Lightly oil external metal surfaces. FUEL SYSTEM Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERATION section of this manual, see message labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of gasohol in your engine. Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or fuel storage container. Follow the mix instructions found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 5 minutes after adding stabilizer. --9 TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE WARNING: Always stop unit and disconnect spark plug before performing any of the recommended remedies below other than remedies that require operation of the unit. TROUBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine will not 1. Engine flooded. 1. See “Starting a Flooded Engine” start. 2. Fuel tank empty. 3. Spark plug not firing. 4. Fuel not reaching carburetor. 5. Compression low. in Operation section. 2. Fill tank with correct fuel mixture. 3. Install new spark plug. 4. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace. Check for kinked or split fuel line; repair or replace. 5. Contact an authorized service dealer. Engine will not 1. Fuel not reaching 1. Check for dirty fuel filter; replace. idle properly. carburetor. Check for kinked or split fuel line; repair or replace. 2. Carburetor requires 2. Contact an authorized service dealer. adjustment. 3. Crankshaft seals worn. 3. Contact an authorized service dealer 4. Compression low. 4. Contact an authorized service dealer. Engine will not 1. Air filter dirty. 1. Clean or replace air filter. accelerate, lacks power, or dies under a load. 2. Fuel not reaching carburetor. 3. Spark plug fouled. 4. Carburetor requires adjustment. 5. Carbo...