Operator`s manual

Maintenance
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Inspect Muffler And Spark Arrester
Running engines produce heat. Engine parts,
especially muffler, become extremely hot.
Severe thermal burns can occur on contact.
Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass,
brush, etc. can catch fire.
WARNING
• Allow muffler, engine cylinder and fins to cool
before touching.
• Remove accumulated debris from muffler area
and cylinder area.
• Install and maintain in working order a spark
arrester before using equipment on
forest-covered, grass-covered, brush-covered
unimproved land. The state of California
requires this (Section 4442 of the California
Public Resources Code). Other states may
have similar laws. Federal laws apply on
federal land.
Inspect the muffler (A) for cracks, corrosion, or other
damage. Remove the muffler deflector (B), if equipped, and
inspect for damage or carbon blockage. If replacement parts
are required, make sure to use only original equipment
replacement parts.
WARNING: Replacement parts must be the same
and installed in the same position as the original parts or fire
could result.
Figure 16
A
B
A
Air Filter
This engine is not equipped with an air filter. DO NOT use
this engine for anything other than snow removal.