8.10.3
Checking, cleaning the spark plug
NOTICE!
Danger of engine damage!
–
Do not use spark plugs with incorrect heat
value.
Protective equipment:
n
Working clothes
n
Protective gloves
Special tool:
n
13/16 inch spark plug spanner
1.
Park the machine in secured condition
„Parking the machine in secured condition“ on page 60
.
2.
Allow the engine to cool down for at least 15 minutes.
3.
Clean the area around the spark plug.
4.
Unscrew the spark plug using a 13/16 inch spark plug
spanner.
5.
Check the condition of the spark plug, clean if necessary.
6.
In case of excessive combustion residues or burned off elec-
trodes, replace the spark plug
.
7.
Check the electrode gap of the spark plug with a feeler
gauge, if necessary, adjust the gap.
ð
Nominal value:
0.7 - 0.8 mm (0.028 - 0.032 in)
8.
Carefully screw in the spark plug by hand.
9.
Once the sealing surface of the used spark plug is in contact,
tighten for another 1/8 to 1/4 turn with the spark plug
spanner.
NOTICE!
Danger of engine damage caused by a loose
spark plug!
–
Always screw the spark plug in correctly.
Fig. 113
Fig. 114
Maintenance – As required
BPR 25/40
95
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