Routine Maintenance; Air Filter - Southland SHB25170.1 Manual Del Operador

Operation
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Starting Engine:
Starting A Flooded Engine
1. Place the Blower on a flat surface.
2. With the Choke Lever in the "RUN/WARM START"
position, hold the Throttle Lever fully depressed and
pull the starter handle repeatedly until engine starts
If the unit still doesn't start, refer to the
TROUBLESHOOTING section of this manual or:
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Stopping the Blower:
1. Release the Throttle Lever and allow the engine to idle for a few moments.
2. Move the Ignition Switch to the "STOP" position.

Routine Maintenance

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WARNING
Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.
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Air Filter:

Accumulated debris and dust in the air filter will reduce engine performance, increase fuel consumption, and
increases the risk of engine damage. Clean the air filter every 5 hours of operation.
1. Before removing Air Filter Cover, brush away any
loose dirt or debris on and around the filter cover.
2. To remove Air Filter Cover, press on its sides and lift off
(Fig. 10).
3. Remove and clean foam filter.
• Light surface dust can readily be removed by
tapping the filter.
• Heavy deposits should be washed out in soap and
water. Squeeze out any remaining water and allow
the filter to completely dry.
Questions? Call Toll Free at 1-800-737-2112
and runs. This could require pulling the starter handle
many times, depending on how badly the unit is flooded.
3. If the engine still does not start, allow the unit to sit
for about 30 minutes, and repeat steps 1-3.
If you need assistance or have any
questions, CALL TOLL FREE: 1-800-737-2112
WARNING
Never clean filter in gasoline or other flammable solvents.
4. Add a drop of thin oil to the filter and replace it.
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Fig. 10