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AIR FILTER
NOTE
Never run the water pump without an air filter being installed.
Failure to run the machine without an air filter may cause irreversible damage to the
machine that will not be covered by the warranty.
8.8
Remove the air filter cover.
8.9
Remove the air filter element.
8.10
Inspect the air filter element for wear or damage and replace accordingly.
8.11
Clean the foam element in warm soapy water and allow to dry naturally.
8.12
Soak the foam element in clean engine oil and remove any excess.
8.13
Reinstall the air filter element.
8.14
Refit the air filter cover.
SPARK PLUG
8.15
Remove the spark plug HT lead cap and clean the area around the spark plug.
8.16
Remove the spark plug (A).
8.17
Inspect the electrode and if it shows signs of wear or damage replace.
8.18
Using a feeler gauge, check the spark plug gap (B). The
gap should be 0.70-0.80mm.
8.19
Gently tap the electrode to bend it to the correct gap.
8.20
Clean the electrode with a soft wire brush and reinstall by hand to avoid cross
threading.
8.21
Once installed hand tight, tighten an addition 3/8 to ½ a turn. Do
not over tighten.
8.22
Refit the spark plug HT lead cap.
