Use and Care Manual

Routine Maintenance

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Air Filter:

Accumulated debris and dust in the Air Filter will reduce engine performance, increase fuel consumption and increases the

risk of engine damage. Clean the air filter every 5 hours of operation or more frequently in dusty applications.

1. Before removing Air Filter Cover, brush away any loose

dirt or debris on and around the filter cover.

2. To remove Air Filter Cover, unscrew the retaining knob

and carefully pull the cover out (see Figure 6).

3. Remove and clean foam filter.

• Light surface dust can readily be removed by tapping

the filter.

• Heavy deposits should be washed out in soap and

water. Squeeze out any remaining water and allow the

filter to completely dry.

WARNING

Never clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvents.

4. Add a teaspoon of thin oil to the filter squeeze out any

excess oil.

5. Ensure that the On/Off Switch wire terminals are secure

and reinstall the Air Filter Cover.

Fig. 6

Spark Plug:

Inspect the Spark Plug after every 10-15 hours of use; adjust Spark Plug gap and replace Spark Plug as necessary.

Replace Spark Plug every year to maintain engine performance and easy starting.

To inspect or replace the Spark Plug:

1. Remove the insulated Spark Plug boot.

2. Use the Spark Plug wrench to remove the Spark Plug by

turning counter-clockwise.

3. Clean and adjust the Spark Plug gap to 0.024 – 0.028

in. (0.6 - 0.7mm).

4. Replace any worn Spark Plug with a recommended

replacement (see PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS).

5. Apply anti-seize compound to teh Spark Plug threads only

following the manufacturer’s instructions.

6. Install the Spark Plug finger tight in the cylinder head,

then tighten with the Spark Plug wrench. Do not over tighten

to 10 to 12 ft-lbs.

7. Replace the insulated Spark Plug boot.

WARNING

Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance.