Eton ATV8F - SERVICE, Service Manual

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Change a new spark plug if the electrodes and insulator tip appear unusually fouled or burned.
Discard the spark plug if there is apparent wear or if the insulator is cracked or chipped.
The spark plug gap shall keep in 0.8mm
With the sealing washer attached, thread the spark plug in by hand to prevent crosses threading.
Tighten the spark plug with 1.0~1.2kgf-m
2-8 Idle Speed
Connect an engine speed meter.
Warm up the engine, 10 minutes are enough.
Turn the idle-speed adjust screw on the carburetor to obtain the idle speed. “Turn in” (clockwise) will
get higher speed. “Turn out” (counter clockwise) will get lower speed.
IDLE SPEED: 1700±100 rpm
2-9 Drive Chain
Stopping the ATV and shift the transmission into neutral(N) .
Measure the drive chain slack midway between the
sprockets.
Chain slack =15~25mm (5/8~1 inch)
Adjust the chain slack.
Loosen the lock nuts and turn drive chain adjusting nuts
until get the correct slack.
Tighten the axle holder bolts.
Torque = 90N.m (65 lbf.ft)
When the drive chain becomes very dirty, it should be removed, cleaned and lubricated by specify lubricator.
Please use special chain oil to lubricate the drive chain.
Clean the drive chain with kerosene and wipe it dry.
Inspect the drive chain for any possible wearing or damaging.
Replace the chain, if it is worn excessively or damaged.
Inspect the sprocket teeth, if it is excessive wearing or damaging,
please replace it.