Maintenance
Removing the Spark Plug–Exmark
452cc engine
1.
Disengage the PTO and ensure the parking brake
is engaged.
2.
Stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving the operating
position.
3.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
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4.
Clean around the spark plug to prevent dirt from
falling into the engine and potentially causing
damage.
5.
Remove the spark plug and metal washer.
Checking the Spark Plug–Exmark
452cc Engine
1.
Inspect the spark plug
Note:
If you see light brown or gray on the
insulator, the engine is operating properly. A
black coating on the insulator usually means the
air cleaner is dirty.
Important:
Do Not clean the spark plug.
Always replace the spark plug when it has a
black coating, worn electrodes, an oily film,
or cracks.
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1.
Center electrode
insulator
3.
Air gap (not to scale)
2.
Side electrode
2.
Check the gap between the center and side
electrodes.
3.
Set the gap to 0.030 inch (.76 mm).
Installing the Spark Plug–Exmark
452cc Engine
1.
Install the spark plug. Make sure that the air gap
is set correctly.
2.
Tighten the spark plug to 15 ft-lb (20 N-m).
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3.
Push the wire onto the spark plug.
Servicing the Spark
Plug-Exmark 708cc Engine
Service Interval: Every 100 hours/Yearly
(whichever comes first)
Every 200 hours/Every 2
years (whichever comes
first)—Replace the spark
plug (Exmark 708cc
engine).
Ensure that the air gap between the center and side
electrodes is correct before installing the spark plug.
Use a spark plug wrench for removing and installing
the spark plug and a gapping tool or feeler gauge to
check and adjust the air gap. Install a new spark plug
if necessary.
Type:
Champion RN9YC or equivalent
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