Homelite UT10582 User Manual

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CHECKING THE FUEL FILTER
See Figure 69.
Check the fuel filter periodically. If contaminated or 
damaged, have fuel filter replaced by an authorized 
service center.
REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG
See Figure 70.
This engine uses a Champion RCJ-6Y with .025 
in. electrode gap. Use an exact replacement and 
replace  every  50  hours  or  more  frequently,  if 
necessary.
Loosen  the  spark  plug  by  turning  it  counter-
clockwise with a wrench.
Remove the spark plug.
Hand  thread  the  new  spark  plug,  turning  it 
clockwise. Tighten securely with wrench.
 
NOTE:  Be careful not to cross-thread the spark 
plug. Cross-threading will seriously damage the 
cylinder.
INSPECTING AND CLEANING CHAIN 
BRAKE
See Figure 71.
Always keep the chain brake mechanism clean 
and lightly brush the linkage.
Always test the chain brake performance after 
cleaning. Refer to 
Operating Chain Brake for 
additional information.
WARNING:
Even with daily cleaning of the mechanism, the 
dependability of a chain brake to perform under 
field conditions cannot be certified. Keep the
SAFE-T-TIP
®
 nose guard on the saw’s guide bar 
and use proper cutting techniques.
Fuel Filter
MAINTENANCE
Fig. 69
Fig. 70
Fig. 71
Clean the Chain Brake