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4. Measure the electrode gap with a suitable gauge. Refer to the table under point 4. If adjustment is needed,
correct the gap by carefully bending the side electrode.
5. Install the spark plug carefully, by hand, to avoid cross-threading.
6. After the spark plug is seated, tighten with the spark plug wrench (accessory part A).
7. When installing a new spark plug, tighten 1/2 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer.
8. When reinstalling the original spark plug, tighten 1/8-1/4 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the
washer.
WARNING:
A loose spark plug can become very hot and can damage the engine. Over-tightening the
spark plug can damage the threads in the cylinder head.
9. Attach the spark plug cap onto the spark plug.
BRAKE PADS
Check and/or replace the engine brake pads in a local workshop regularly, only original parts can be used as
replacement.
9. LUBRICATION INSTRUCIONS
CAUTION:
DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG BEFORE SERVICING.
1. WHEELS - Lubricate the ball bearings in each wheel at least once a season with a light oil.
2. ENGINE - Change engine oil every 25 hours when used under heavy load or in high ambient
temperatures.
10. CLEANING
CAUTION:
Do not spray the engine with water. Water can damage the engine or contaminate the fuel
system.
1. Wipe the deck with a dry cloth.
2. Clean the underside of the deck with fluid or sprayinfg water. Tilt the mower aside always with the air filter
on the upside.
10.1 ENGINE AIR FILTER
The air cleaner system uses
a filter element that should be regularly cleaned.
CAUTION:
Do not allow dirt or dust to clog the air filter foam element. The engine air cleaner element must
be serviced (cleaned) after 25 hours of normal mowing. The foam element must be serviced more
frequently if the mower is used in dry dusty conditions.
1. Press down the two tabs on top of the filter cover (fig. 59) .
2. Remove the filter cover (fig. 59).
3. Clean the filter element with pressurized air.
DO NOT USE ANY LIQUIDS!
4. Reinstall filter.
NOTE: Replace filter if frayed, torn, damaged or unable to be cleaned.
Figure 59
Figure 60
filter element
filter cover
