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6.2.
Air filter.
6.2.1.
Check the air filter monthly.
6.2.1.16.
To remove filter press clip
(1) remove cover (2) to reveal filter
element (4).
6.2.1.17.
Clean the element in warm
soapy water as necessary. Dry
completely before installing.
6.2.1.17.1.
You must clean more
frequently if used under very dusty
conditions.
6.2.1.18.
Replace damaged filter.
6.2.1.19.
DO NOT run machine without filter fitted.
6.3.
Spark plug.
6.3.1.
Check the spark plug every 50 hours of use and clean the gap with a wire
brush. The gap should be set to 0.6 – 0.7mm. When replacing with a new
plug, use a Champion RCJ-6Y or NGK BPMR7A.
The spark plug MUST be fully tightened otherwise the engine will
overheat causing damage. Always complete the following steps with
the engine off and cooled.
6.3.2.
Undo retaining screw (1) and lift spark plug cover (2)
clear.
6.3.3.
Disconnect the spark plug cap (3) carefully. Do not pull on
the HT lead instead pull on the spark plug cap (3).
6.3.4.
Using the supplied sparkplug wrench unscrew the spark
plug
6.3.5.
(4) in an anti-clockwise direction.
6.3.6.
Check the spark plug (4) visually for damage and
electrode consumption, remove the carbon
deposits.
6.3.7.
Check the gap with a feeler gauge and turn the electrode
on the right distance of 0.6 to 0.7mm.
6.3.8.
To re-insert spark plug tighten up gently by hand to avoid
cross threading, once done tighten it using a box spanner ¼
turn more
6.3.9.
Make sure the spark plug is tightened correctly otherwise damage can occur.
6.3.10.
Refit the spark plug cap onto the spark plug.
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