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Spark Plug Replacement
See Figure 17.
This engine uses a Champion RCJ6Y spark plug. Use an
exact replacement every 25 hours or annually.
1.
Remove the spark plug boot.
2.
Loosen the spark plug by turning it counterclockwise
with a socket.
3.
Remove the spark plug.
4.
Hand thread the new spark plug into the cylinder , turn-
ing it clockwise.
5.
Tighten with a socket. (torque to 170 in.lb. [19.21 Nm]
minimum, 190 in.lb. [21.47 Nm] maximum.
Do not
over-tighten).
CAUTION:
Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug.
Cross-threading will seriously damage the
product.
Storing The Product
1.
Clean all foreign material from the product. Store unit
indoors in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible
to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as
garden chemicals, fertilizer, and de-icing salts.
2.
Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe stor
-
age and handling of gasoline.
When storing 1 month or longer:
1.
Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for
gasoline.
2.
Drained fuel can be safely disposed of by using it in
your non-diesel car or truck. Run engine until it stops.
3.
Place choke lever in the
FULL CHOKE
position.
4.
Pull throttle lock back to lock the throttle.
5.
Attempt to start the engine five (5) more times.
Maintenance
EMISSIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control device and systems may be performed by any non-
road engine repair establishment or individual.
Emission Part
Inspect
before
each use
Clean every
5 hours
Replace every
25 hours
or yearly
Clean every
25 hours
or yearly
X
X
X
X
X
X
Fuel Tank Assembly (Includes Fuel
Lines, Fuel Cap, and Fuel Filter)
Air Filter
Spark Arrestor
Spark Plug
Muffler
Replace
every
125 hours
Figure 17
Spark Plug Boot
Spark
Plug
