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REPLACE SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plug each year to ensure the
engine starts easier and runs better. Set
sparkpluggapat0.025inch.Ignitiontimingis
fixed, nonadjustable.
NOTE: This spark ignition system complies
with the Canadian standard ICES--002.
1. Twist, then pull of f spark plug boot.
2. Removesparkplugfromcylinderanddis-
card.
3. Replace with Champion RCJ-6Y spark
plug and tighten securely with a 3/4 inch
socket wrench.
4. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
INSPECT MUFFLER AND SPARK
ARRESTING SCREEN
WARNING: The muffler on this
product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer .
As yourunit isused, carbondeposits buildup
onthemufflerand sparkarrestingscreenand
must beremovedtoavoid creatingafirehaz-
ard or affecting engine performance.
For normal homeowner use, the muffler and
spark arresting screen w ill not require any
service. After 50 hours of use, we recom-
mend that your muffler be serviced or re-
placed by your authorized service dealer.
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
There isno screw foridle adjustment onyour
blower.Thethrottleleverisusedtocontrolen-
gine speed. T he engine speed can b e ad-
justed by moving the th rottle lever to the left
for low speed or right for high speed. If your
enginewillnotrunproperly oryourequirefur-
ther assistance, contact an authorized ser-
vice dealer or call 1--800--554--6723.
STORAGE
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 fuelin awell ventilated area
where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or
open flames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
S Store unit with allguards in place. Position
unit so that any sharp object cannot acci-
dentally cause injury.
S Store unit and fuel well out of the reach of
children.
SEASONAL STORAGE
Prepareunitforstorage atendof season orif
it will not be used for 30 days o r m ore.If your
unit is to be stored for a period of tim e:
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 E NGINE in the OPERA-
TIONsectionofthismanual,seemessagela-
beled IMPORTANT regarding the use of ga -
sohol in your engine.
Fuel stabilizer i s an acceptable alternative i n
minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits
during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel
tank or fuel storage container. Follow t he mix
instructions found on stabilizer container. Run
engine atleast 5minutes after adding stabilizer .
HELPFUL TIP
During storageofyourgas/
oilmixture, theoilwillsepa-
rate from the gas.
We recommend that you
shake the gas can weekly
toinsureproper blendingof
the gas and oil.
ENGINE
S Removespark plugandpour1teaspoonof
40:1,2-cycleengineoil(air cooled)through
the spark plug opening. Slowly pull the
starter rope 8 to 10 t im es to distribute oil.
S Replacespark plugwithnewoneofrecom-
mended type and heat range.
S Clean air filter.
S Check entire unit for loose screws, nuts,
and bolts. Replace any damaged, broken,
or worn parts.
S At the beginning of the next season, use
onlyfreshfuelhavingthepropergasolineto
oil ratio.
OTHER
S Do not store gasoline from one season to
another.
S Replaceyourgasolinecanifitstartstorust.
