GÖLZ KB 300 - Cleaning the Air Filter; Changing the Spark Plug

KB300 / KB350 with FS560
Translation of the original operating instruction and spare parts list
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• Remove the filter cover (Pos. 2).
• Clean away loose dirt from around the filter (Pos. 3) and inside the filter cover.
The air filter (Pos. 3) is a pleated paper filter element.
• Remove and check the filter element (Pos. 3) and replace if paper or frame is dirty or damaged.
• Unpack the new filter.
Do not bend or twist the filter before installation as it might otherwise be damaged. Do not use damaged filters!
• Fit the filter in the filter housing and fit the filter cover
Use only high quality air filters to ensure the engine is protected from abrasive dust. We recommend you use
only original STIHL
®
air filters. The high quality standard of these parts guarantees trouble-free operation, a long
engine life and very long filter service life. Maintenance and care of the special filter element for winter operation
are described in the chapter on “winter operation”.
6.4 Cleaning the air filter
• Loosen filter cover mounting screws.
• Remove the filter cover (Pos. 5).
• Clean away loose dirt from around the filter (Pos. 5) and inside the filter cover.
• Knock the filter (Pos. 5) out on the palm of your hand or blow it clear with
compressed air from the inside outwards.
In case of stubborn dirt or sticky filter fabric:
Wash the filter in a clean, non-flammable solution (e.g. warm soapy water) and then dry. Always replace a
damaged filter!
6.5 Changing the spark plug
Removing the spark plug
• Rotate the screw (Pos. 1) in the cap (Pos. 2) until the screw head projects from it.
• Lift the front of the cap (Pos. 2) and push it to the rear to disengage.
• Put the cap to one side.
• Remove the spark plug boot (Pos. 3).
• Unscrew the spark plug.
Checking the spark pug
• Clean dirty spark plug
• Check electrode gap A and readjust if necessary. See „specifications“.
• Rectify the problems which have caused fouling of the spark plug.
Possible causes are:
• too much oil in fuel mix,
• dirty air filter,
• unfavourable running conditions.