Maintenance (continued)
SPARK PLUG MAINTENANCE:
1. Remove spark plug cap (refer to “Spark Plug Cap Removal” figure below).
2. Remove spark plug with socket and handle supplied with your unit (refer to “Spark
Plug Removal” figure below).
3. Clean any carbon build-up around the spark plug.
4. Check the spark plug gap and adjust if necessary. 0.30” gap.
5. Lubricate the threads of the spark plug with anti-seize compound or engine oil.
6. Re-install the spark plug and spark plug cap.
FUEL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE:
NOTE:
Periodically you can get sediment or trash in your carburetor bowl. Use the
following procedures to clean:
1. Turn the fuel cock (valve) to the “OFF” Position.
2. Remove the carburetor bowl by removing the mounting bolt located at the bottom of
the bowl.
3. Dump out the old fuel and sediment into an approved container.
4. Clean carburetor bowl thoroughly.
5. Fit a new rubber washer into place and re-attach fuel bowl to the carburetor.
NOTE: Removal of the drain screw at the bottom of the bowl can drain the fuel to
remove smaller debris that has collected in the bowl.
6. After bowl is securely back in place, turn the fuel cock (valve) to the “ON” position for
use.
7. Units equipped with a pre-filter for fuel will have a filter housed just below the fuel
cock. Remove the fuel filter element (refer to “Fuel Filter Element Removal”) and clean
or replace.
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