Remove drain plug and allow oil to drain into a suitable 2.
container. See Fig. 6-1.
WARNING! Before tipping engine or equipment to
drain oil, drain fuel from tank by running engine
until fuel tank is empty.
Reinstall the drain plug and tighten it securely.3.
Refill with the recommended oil — See the Set-up Section 4.
— and check the oil level.
Reinstall the oil fill cap securely.5.
WARNING! Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if
repeatedly left in contact with the skin for
prolonged periods. Although this is unlikely unless
you handle used oil on a daily basis, it is still
advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap
and water as soon as possible after handling used
oil.
NOTE: Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is
compatible with the environment. We suggest you take it in a
sealed container to your local service station for reclamation. Do
not throw it in the trash or pour it on the ground.
Air Filter
Paper filters cannot be cleaned and must be replaced once a year
or every 100 operating hours; more often if used in extremely
dusty conditions.
WARNING! Never use gasoline or low flash point
solvents for cleaning the air cleaner element. A fire
or explosion could result.
NOTE: Never run the engine w ithout the air cleaner. Rapid
engine wear will result.
Press the tab on the air filter cover and lift the cover. See 1.
Fig. 6-2. Replace paper element when dirty or damaged.
Clean foam element or replace when damaged.
To clean foam element, separate it from the paper element 2.
and wash in liquid detergent and water. Allow to dry
thoroughly before using. Do not oil the foam element.
Spark Plug Service
WARNING! DO NOT check for spark with spark
plug removed. DO NOT crank engine with spark
plug removed.
To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be
properly gapped and free of deposits.
Remove the spark plug boot and use a spark plug wrench 1.
to remove the plug. See Fig. 6-3.
Figure 6-1
Air
Filter
Air Filter
Cover
Foam
Element
Figure 6-2
Spark Plug
Spark Plug
Boot
Figure 6-3
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