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Install the new filter or the cleaned
5.
filter. Secure the Air Cleaner Cover
before use.
spark plug Maintenance
Disconnect spark plug wire from
1.
end of plug. Clean out debris from
around spark plug.
Using a spark plug wrench, remove
2.
the spark plug.
Inspect the spark plug:
3.
If the electrode is oily, clean it using a
clean, dry rag.
If the electrode has deposits on it,
polish it using emery paper.
If the white insulator is cracked or
chipped, the spark plug needs to be
replaced.
When installing a new spark plug, ad-
4.
just the plug’s gap to the specification
on the Technical specification chart.
Do not pry against the electrode or
the insulator, the spark plug can be
damaged.
Install the new spark plug or the
5.
cleaned spark plug into the engine.
Gasket-style: Finger-tighten until the
gasket contacts the cylinder head,
then about 1/2-2/3 turn more.
Non-gasket-style: Finger-tighten until
the plug contacts the head, then
about 1/16 turn more.
Apply dielectric spark plug boot
6.
protector (not included) to the end of
the spark plug and reattach the wire
securely.
cleaning, Maintenance, and
lubrication schedule
note:
This maintenance schedule is
intended solely as a general guide.
If performance decreases or if equip-
ment operates unusually, check sys-
tems immediately. The maintenance
needs of each piece of equipment will
differ depending on factors such as
duty cycle, temperature, air quality,
fuel quality, and other factors.
note:
These procedures are in addition to
the regular checks and maintenance
explained as part of the regular op-
eration of the engine and equipment.
after initial 20 operation Hour period:
Change engine oil.
a.
every 25 operation Hours thereafter:
Clean/replace air filter element.
a.
Inspect/clean spark plug.
b.
every 50 operation Hours:
Change engine oil.
a.
Replace fuel filter (if equipped).
b.
Check spark plug. Clean and re-gap
c.
as needed.
every 100 operation Hours:
Replace spark plug.
a.
Replace air filter element.
b.
Clean fuel tank and fuel strainer.
c.
note:
All maintenance procedures sched-
uled for 25, 50, and 100 operation
hours should be performed at least
yearly.
every 300 operation Hours:
Clean fuel tank and carburetor.
a.
