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11.4 Fuel filter
▪ Remove the fuel tank cap.
▪ Bend a piece of soft wire to from a hook at the end.
▪ Reach into fuel tank opening and hook fuel line. Carefully pull the fuel line toward the
opening until you can reach it with your fingers.
Note: do not pull hose completely out of tank.
▪ Lift filter (A) out of tank (Fig. 16).
▪ Pull filter off with a twisting motion. Discard filter.
▪ Install new filter. Insert end of filter into tank opening. Make sure filter sits in bottom corner
of tank. Use a long screwdriver to aid in filter placement if necessary.
▪ Fill tank with fresh fuel / oil mixture. See section fuel and lubrication. Install fuel cap.
11.5 Spark arrester screen
Note: a clogged spark arrester screen will dramatically reduce engine
performance.
▪ Remove the 2 bolts (A) and pull muffler out (Fig. 17a).
▪ Remove the 2 screws that holds the cover (B) (Fig. 17b).
▪ Discard the used spark arrester screen (D) and replace it with a new one.
▪ Reassemble the muffler components and install the muffler to the cylinder. Tighten
securely.
11.6 Spark plug
Note: for efficient operation of saw engine, spark plug must be kept clean
and properly gapped.
▪ Push stop switch down.
▪ Remove knob (A) holding air filter cover in place, remove the top cover (B) by loosening
the cover retaining screw. Cover will lift off (Fig. 18a).
▪ Disconnect the wire connector (C) from the spark plug (D) by pulling and twisting at the
same time (Fig. 18b).
▪ Remove spark plug with spark plug socket wrench.
▪ DO NOT USE ANY OTHER TOOL
▪ Check electrode gaps with wire feeler gauge and set gaps to .025” (.635 mm) if
necessary.
▪ Reinstall a new spark plug.
Note: a resistor spark plug must be used for replacement.
Note: this spark ignition system meets all requirements of the interference-
causing equipment regulations.
11.7 Carburettor adjustment
The carburettor was pre-set at the factory for optimum performance.
If further adjustments are necessary, please take your unit to the nearest qualified service
technician.