Homelite ZR08107 - Manual (Page 14)

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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
Use only original manufacturer's replacement parts,
accessories and attachments. Failure to do so can
cause possible injury, poor performance and may void
your warranty.
REPLACING AND CLEANING THE AIR FIL-
TER
See Figure 13.
For proper performance and long life, keep air filter clean.
1. Push down on the latch of the air filter cover; carefully
pull the top of the air filter cover so it pivots away from
the base.
2. Remove the air filter and clean it in warm soapy water.
Rinse and let dry completely. For best performance,
replace the air filter annually.
3. Reinstall the air filter into the air filter base.
4. Pivot the cover back in place. Push the latch back into
the slot and ensure the cover is locked in place.
Fig. 13
AIR FILTER
BASE
AIR FILTER
COVER
LATCH
Fig. 12
OPERATION
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Hold the engine higher than the inlet end of the vacuum
tube.
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Always point vacuum tube downhill when working on a
hillside.
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ To avoid injury to the operator or unit, do not pick up
rocks, broken glass, bottles, or other similar objects.
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ If the vacuum tubes should clog, stop the engine and
disconnect the spark plug wire before cleaning out the
obstruction.
■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Remove the vacuum tubes and clear the debris from the
blower fan housing. Remove the bag and clear the tube.
A small rod or stick may be required to clear the entire
tube length. Ensure that all debris has been cleared
before reassembling the vacuum tubes.