20(1)CLEANING OF MUFFLER EXHAUST PORT– Check of muffler exhaust port (1) regularly.– If it is clogged by carbon deposits, carefully scratch the deposits out with asuitable tool.REPLACEMENT OF GASKETS AND PACKINGSReplace gaskets and packings if the engine is disassembled.Any maintenance or adjustment work that is not included and described in this manual is only to be performed by Authorized Service Agents.WARNING: The engine is still hot just after stopping engine. When draining the fuel, allowsufficient time for the engine to cool down after stopping it. Otherwise a skin burnand/or fire may result.DANGER: When the machine is kept out of operation for a long time, drain all fuel from the fueltank and carburetor, and keep it at a dry and clean place.– Drain fuel from the fuel tank and carburetor according to the followingprocedure:1) Remove the fuel tank cap, and drain fuel completely.If there is any foreign matter remaining in the fuel tank, remove itcompletely.2) Pull out the fuel filter from the refill port using a wire.3) Push the primer pump until fuel is drained from there, and drain fuelcoming into the fuel tank.4) Put the filter to the fuel tank, and securely tighten the fuel tank cap.5) Then, continue to operate the engine until it stops.– Remove the spark plug, and drip several drops of engine oil through thespark plug hole.– Gently pull the starter handle so that engine oil will spread over the engine,and attach the spark plug.– Attach the cover to the metal blade.– In general, store the machine in horizontal position. If it is not possible,place the machine as the motor unit comes below the cutting tool. Otherwiseengine oil may leak from inside.– Keep the drained fuel in a special container in a well-ventilated shade.STORAGE(1)REPLACEMENT OF FUEL PIPECAUTION: INFLAMMABLES STRICTLY PROHIBITEDInterval of Cleaning and Inspection: Daily (every 10 operating hours)Replacement: Annually (every 200 operating hours)Replace the fuel pipe (1) every year, regardless of operating frequency. Fuelleakage may lead to fire.If any leakage is detected during inspection, replace the fuel pipe immediately.INSPECTION OF BOLTS, NUTS AND SCREWS– Retighten loose bolts, nuts, etc.– Check the fuel cap and oil cap for tightness. Check for fuel and oil leakage.– Replace damaged parts with new ones for safety operation.CLEANING OF PARTS– Always keep the engine clean by wiping down with a cloth rag.– Keep the cylinder fins free of dust or dirt. Dust or dirt adhering to the fins willcause piston seizure.