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ITEM 63022
SAFETY
SETU
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Op
ERA
TION
M
AINTENANCE
Spark plug Maintenance
1. Disconnect spark plug wire from end of plug.
Clean out debris from around spark plug.
2. Using a spark plug wrench, remove the spark plug.
3. Inspect the spark plug:
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.
Recommended Spark plugs
NGK
®
BM-6A
NOTICE:
Using an incorrect spark plug
may damage the engine.
4. When installing a new spark plug,
adjust the plug’s gap to the specification on the
Specifications chart. Do not pry against the
electrode, the spark plug can be damaged.
5. Install the new spark plug or
the cleaned spark plug into the engine.
•
Gasket-style
:
Finger-tighten until the gasket
contacts the cylinder head,
then tighten about 1/2-2/3 turn more.
•
Non-gasket-style
:
Finger-tighten until the plug
contacts the cylinder head,
then tighten about 1/16 turn more.
NOTICE:
Tighten the spark plug properly.
If loose
, the spark plug will cause the
engine to overheat.
If overtightened
, the threads in the
engine block will be damaged.
6. Apply dielectric spark plug boot protector
(not included) to the insulator of the
spark plug and reattach the wire securely.
Fuel Filter Maintenance
WARNING!
TO pREVENT SERIOUS
INJURY FROM FIRE:
Replace or clean the Fuel Filter in a
well-ventilated area away from ignition
sources. Do not smoke.
1. Wear protective gear including,
ANSI-approved safety goggles, NIOSH-approved
dust mask/respirator, and nitrile gloves.
2. There is a Fuel Filter (84) hanging inside the
Fuel Tank and a filter in the Fuel Cap Set (94).
3. To clean, remove them from the tank and
flush them with clean gas over a container
to remove any debris. Replace the cleaned
filter or a new filter in the tank.
4. Clean up any spilled fuel.
5. Wait for at least one hour before use to
allow all residual fuel vapors to dissipate.
To prevent FIRE, do not start the Engine
while the smell of fuel hangs in the air.
