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MAINTENANCE
IDLE SPEED
Tighten the four cylinder head screws to 5 ft. lbs.
(7 N·m).
IMPORTANT: Do not re-use gasket once
removed. Always use a new gasket.
IDLE SPEED
Check throttle link mechanism and carburetor
throttle valve for smooth operation.
The starter grip must be removed before the
engine cover can be completely removed. Tie a
knot in the rope inside the engine cover in order to
prevent the rope from winding onto the recoil reel
when the starter grip is removed.
Untie the knot in grip holder and remove the grip
holder and starter grip.
Completely remove the engine cover.
Reinstall the starter grip and grip holder. Loosen
the knot previously tied in the rope.
Connect a shop tachometer to the engine.
1. Screw (4) 005896
005902
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005942
005943
005901