Homelite UT20024A - Manual (Page 16)

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MAINTENANCE
REPLACING AND CLEANING AIR FILTER
See Figures 20 - 21.
For proper performance and long life, keep air filter clean.
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Remove the air filter cover by pushing down on the latch
with your thumb while gently pulling on the cover.
n Remove the filter, clean it in warm soapy water. Rinse
and let dry completely. For best performance, replace
annually.
n Install the filter, align tabs, push in, and make sure the
latch snaps and latches into place.
FUEL CAP
WARNING:
A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be replaced
immediately.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and a check
valve. A clogged fuel filter will cause poor engine perfor-
mance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is loos-
ened, check valve may be faulty or filter clogged. Replace
fuel cap if required.
SPARK PLUG
This engine uses a NGK # BPMR7A spark plug with .025
in. (0.63 mm) electrode gap. Use an exact replacement and
replace annually, or more frequently if necessary.
STORING THE TRIMMER (1 MONTH OR
LONGER)
n Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for
gasoline. Run engine until it stops.
n Clean all foreign material from the trimmer. Store it in a
well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to children. Keep
away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals
and de-icing salts.
n Abide by all Federal and local regulations for the safe
storage and handling of gasoline. Excess fuel should be
used up in other 2-cycle engine powered equipment.
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AIR FILTER
COVER
FILTER
Fig. 20
Fig. 21
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LATCH
PULL COVER
TO OPEN