Mi-T-M GEN-3500-iMM1, Operator'S Manual

Operator’s Manual  

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SERVICE

NOTE: An improperly tightened spark plug will become 

very hot and could damage the engine.

8. Reintall the spark plug cap.

SPARK ARRESTOR

NOTICE: This product is equipped with a spark arrestor 

that has been evaluated by the USDA Forest Service; how

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ever, product users must comply with Federal, State, and 

local fire prevention regulations. Check with appropriate 
authorities. Contact customer service or a qualified service 

center to purchase a replacement spark arrestor.

The spark arrestor must be cleaned or replaced every 50 

hours or yearly to ensure proper performance of your prod-
uct. Spark arrestors may be in different locations depend-
ing on the model purchased. Contact customer service 

or a qualified service center for the location of the spark 

arrestor for your model.

To clean the spark arrestor:

1. Loosen the screw on the spark arrestor cap. Remove the 

cap and spark arrestor.

2. Use a brush (not provided) to remove carbon deposits 

from the spark arrestor.

3.  Replace the spark arrestor and cap, tighten screw securely.

DRAINING FUEL TANK/CARBURETOR

To help prevent gum deposits in the fuel system, drain the 
fuel from the tank and carburetor before storing.
DRAINING THE FUEL TANK

1. Place the easy start lever in the OFF position.
2. Remove the fuel line from the hose barb by squeezing the 

ends of the retaining clip and sliding the fuel line off.

NOTE: Make sure you are removing the fuel line that 

runs between the fuel valve and the carburetor, NOT 

the line that runs between the fuel valve and the fuel 

tank.

3. Install one end of a drain line (not provided) over the hose 

barb, and place the other end in a fuel container large 

enough to catch the fuel being drained from the tank.

4. Place the easy start lever in the RUN position.
5. When the fuel has drained from the tank, place the easy 

start lever in OFF position and reinstall fuel line securely 

onto the hose barb.

DRAINING THE CARBURETOR

1. Place the easy start lever in the OFF position.
2. Position a suitable container under the carburetor drain 

screw to catch fuel; loosen the screw.

3. Allow fuel to drain completely into container.
4. Retighten drain screw.

NOTE: Consult hazardous waste management guide

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lines in your area for the proper way to dispose of 

used fuel.