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Installing the Muffler
Parts needed for this procedure:
1
Muffler
2
Gasket
Procedure
1.
Slide the 2 new gaskets over the studs on the
engine.
2.
Install the new muffler to the studs on the
engine, securing it tightly using the previously
removed lock washers and nut (
3.
Install the muffler heat shield (
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Figure 2
1.
Muffler
4.
Washer
2.
Gaskets
5.
Cable heat shield
(installed)
3.
Nut
6.
Cable
5
Installing the Spark Arrester
Parts needed for this procedure:
1
Spark arrester
2
Self-threading screw (#8 x 1/2 inch)
Procedure
WARNING
Hot exhaust system components may ignite
fuel vapors even after shutting off the engine.
Hot particles exhausted during engine
operation may ignite flammable materials.
Fire may result in personal injury or property
damage.
Do not refuel or run the engine unless the
spark arrester is installed.
1.
Install the screw hole end of the spark arrester
on the exhaust outlet as far as possible by hand.
Important:
Do not use a hammer; otherwise,
you will damage the spark arrester.
2.
Secure the spark arrester to the muffler using
the 2 self-threading screws (#8 x 1/2 inch) as
shown in
.
2
1
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Figure 3
1.
Spark arrester
2.
Self-threading screw (#8 x
1/2 inch)
3