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4.13
Spark Plug Service
WARNING
The exhaust becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after
use. Allow the exhaust to cool before carrying out any maintenance.
NOTE
Recommended spark plug model number:
F7TC.
An incorrect spark plug may cause engine damage.
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Remove the spark plug HT wire.
Remove the spark plug with the spark plug wrench
provided.
Visually inspect the spark plug and discard if chipped or cracked.
If the spark plug is to be reused then clean with a soft wire brush and reset the gap
using a feeler gauge.
The plug gap should be 0.70 – 0.80mm (0.0280.031 inches)
Check the spark plug washer is in good
condition.
Thread the spark plug back in to the engine by hand taking care to prevent cross
threading.
Once the spark plug has been installed as tight as you can by hand and is seated
correctly, tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress the washer.
New Plug: ½ a turn
Re-
Used Plug: ⅛ – ½ a turn
