Cleaning and Maintenance 19
Checking Air Filter
Inspecting, Replacing or Cleaning the
Spark Plug
The spark plug should be checked after every 100
hours of operation or every six months.
To replace or clean the spark plug:
1. Disconnect the spark plug wire by pulling it off the
spark plug.
2. Using provided spark plug wrench (N), remove the
spark plug by turning it counter-clockwise. If there
is a carbon sediment build-up, remove it. If there
is too much carbon sediment, replace the spark
plug.
3. Check the gap with a wire gauge. If necessary,
reset the gap to 0.7 - 0.8 mm. Install and tighten
the spark plug to the recommended torque
– 180
lb.in. (20 Nm).
4. Reinstall the spark plug wire and protection cage
in reverse order.
NOTE:
In some areas, local law requires using a
resistor spark plug to suppress ignition signals. If this
engine was originally equipped with a resistor spark
plug, use the same type for replacement.
Screw down the knob counterclockwise, and
open the air filter housing outward. Take the air
filter down and use water to clean. After cleaning,
soak it into kerosene. Then put back the air filter
to air cleaner, and fix the air cleaner housing.
IMPORTANT
Clean air filter (12) element after every 50 hours of
use (every 10 hours under dusty conditions). Wash
in high flashpoint solvent, squeeze dry, dip in clean
engine oil, and squeeze out excess oil.
IMPORTANT
Used oil is a hazardous waste product and must be
disposed of properly. Do not discard with household
waste. Check with your local authorities, service
centre, or
Canadian Tire
for safe disposal/recycling
facilities.
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