Echo HC-1500 Type 1E - Manual (Page 22)

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1. Remove starter and disconnect the throttle cable end from the
carburetor.
2. Remove the two screws that retain the engine cover. Lift the engine
cover (A) from the engine and lay aside.
NOTE
The throttle cable remains assembled to the engine cover (A) and
the spark plug lead and grommet remain installed.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT use a metal scraper to remove dirt from the cylinder fins.
3. Use the wooden stick or brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins.
4. Remove grass and leaves from the starter air intake grid.
NOTE
When installing the engine cover (A), be certain the tab of the
metal deflector shield is in the slot of the cover.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
Spark Arrestor Screen
Level 2.
Tools required: 3 mm Allen wrench, Soft metal brush
Parts Required: Screen P/N 14586240630, Gasket Lid P/N 14586642031
1. Remove engine cover (A). See “Cleaning Cooling System” pages
20 & 21 for step by step instructions.
2. Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt
from entering cylinder.
3. Remove spark arrestor screen cover (B), screen holder (C), gasket
(D) and screen (E) from muffler body.
4. Clean carbon deposits from screen and muffler components.
5. Replace screen if it is cracked, plugged or has holes burned through.
6. Assemble components in reverse order.
NOTE
When installing the engine cover, be certain the tab of the metal
deflector shield is in the slot of the cover.
A
B
C D
E