POWXG10220 EN
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To clean air filter:
▪ 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. 15a).
▪ Lift the air filter (C) out of air-box (D) (Fig. 15b).
▪ Clean air filter. Wash filter in clean, warm, soapy water. Rinse in clear, cool water. Air dry
completely.
Note: it is advisable to have a supply of spare filters.
▪ Install air filter. Install engine / air filter cover. Make sure latch (E) latch (F) and cover fit
properly. Tighten the cover retaining knob securely (Fig. 15c & Fig. 15d).
Warning: never perform maintenance when the engine is hot, to avoid any
chance of burning hands or fingers.
11.4 Fuel filter
▪ Remove the fuel tank cap.
▪ Bend a piece of soft wire to form 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 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” (.635mm) 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.
