Use and Care Manual

Page 12 — English
MAINTENANCE
FUEL CAP, TANK, AND LINES
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap, tank, or lines 
are a fire hazard and must be replaced immediately. If 
you find any leaks, correct the problem before using the 
product. Failure to do so could result in a fire that could 
cause serious personal injury.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check 
valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine perfor-
mance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is loos-
ened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged. Replace 
fuel cap if required.
SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT
This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y, Torch L7RTC, or 
equivalent spark plug with .025 in. electrode gap. Use a rec-
ommended or equivalent replacement and replace annually.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug. Cross-
threading will seriously damage the product.
STORING THE PRODUCT
  Clean all foreign material from the product. Store idle unit 
indoors in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible 
to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as 
garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
  Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe storage 
and handling of gasoline. 
When storing 1 month or longer:
  Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for 
gasoline. Run engine until it stops.
HIGH ALTITUDE ENGINE OPERATION
Your engine is configured for operation below 2000 feet 
altitude at the factory. Your engine must be re-configured 
for operation above 2000 feet altitude. Operating the engine 
with the wrong engine configuration at a given altitude may 
increase its emissions, decrease fuel efficiency, degrade per-
formance and cause irreversible damage. Engines configured 
for high altitude operation cannot be operated in standard 
altitude conditions. A qualified service center should ensure 
that your engine is properly configured for your location.
THIS PRODUCT WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A CATALYST MUFFLER
Congratulations! You have made an investment toward protecting the environment. In order to maintain this product’s 
original emission level, please refer to the maintenance section below.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
  Inspect For  Clean  Replace  Replace 
Maintenance  Damage Before  Every  Every 25 Hours  Every 
Part  Each Use  5 Hours  or Yearly  50 Hours
* CATALYTIC MUFFLER ASSEMBLY..................................................................................................................X
  SPARK SCREEN ...............................................................................................................................................X
* AIR FILTER ASSY
 includes:
    Filter Screen ........................................................................ X
* CARBURETOR  ASSY
 includes:
 Gaskets ........................................ X
* FUEL TANK ASSY
 includes:
    Fuel Lines ..................................... X
    Fuel Cap ....................................... X
    Fuel Filter................................................................................................................... X
* IGNITION  ASSY
 includes:
    Spark Plug ................................................................................................................. X
* NOTICE: THE USE OF EMISSION CONTROL COMPONENTS OTHER THAN THOSE DESIGNED FOR THIS UNIT 
  IS A VIOLATION OF FEDERAL LAW.










