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CLEANING CYLINDER FINS
(Check Periodically)
NOTE
Clogged fins will cause poor engine cooling.
1. Carefully remove housing and clean dirt and
dust from fins.
2. Reinstall housing.
CLEANING SILENCER AND
EXHAUST PORT
(Check Periodically)
1. Carefully remove housing halves.
2. Remove and disassemble silencer.
NOTE
Be careful not to scratch the cylinder or piston
when cleaning the cylinder exhaust port.
3. Clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port and
silencer.
STORAGE
6. Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the
recoil starter handle several times to remove
fuel from the carburetor.
7. Remove the spark plug and pour 1/2
tablespoon (1/4 oz) of fresh, clean, 2-stroke
engine oil into the cylinder through the spark
plug hole.
A. Place a clean cloth over the spark plug hole.
B. Pull the recoil starter handle 2 or 3 times to
distribute the oil inside the engine.
C. Observe the piston location through the
spark plug hole. Pull the recoil starter handle
slowly until the piston reaches the top of its
travel and leave it there.
8. Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition
cable).
9. Lubricate the drill bit with a heavy coat of oil to
prevent rust.
LONG TERM STORAGE
(Over 30 Days)
Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of
time (30 days or longer) without performing
protective storage maintenance which includes the
following:
1. Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the
reach of children and other unauthorized
persons.
2. Place ignition switch in STOP position.
3. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and
debris from exterior of unit.
4. Perform all periodic lubrication and services
that are required.
5. Tighten all the screws, bolts and nuts.
WARNING
DO NOT STORE IN AN ENCLOSURE WHERE
FUEL FUMES MAY ACCUMULATE OR
REACH AN OPEN FLAME OR SPARK.
NOTE
For future reference, you should keep this
operator’s manual.
