Onan CCKB - Spark Plug Service; Governor Linkage Maintenance; Air Cleaner Maintenance

SPARK PLUGS
Each time the spark plugs are removed, inspect, clean
and regap (Figure 22). If the plug looks discolored or
has fouled, replace it.
PJGURE 22. CHECKING SPARK PLUG GAP
GOVERNOR LINKAGE
The linkage must be able to move freely through its
entire travel. Every 50 hours of operation, clean the
joints. Lubricate metal ball joints as shown in Figure
23 Do not lubricate plastic ball joints. Also inspect the
linkage for binding, excessive slack and wear.
JOINT APART. CLEAN LINKAGE LUBRICATED
AND LUBRICATE
894
AIR CLEANER
Proper maintenance of the air cleaner is extremely
important. Negligence of regular routine
maintenance will result in reduced engine life.
Allowing the element to become plugged with
^ ' ■ estric* ‘he intake of air into the
engine.
Inspect the element for tears which would permit
particles of dust or dirt to enter the engine. Clean the
element in a suitable solvent, dry and oil as shown in
Figure 24.
Never run the engine with the air cleaner
removed. Dirt will enter the engine and score
the cylinders.
FIGURE 23. GOVERNOR LINKAGE
FIGURE 24. AIR CLEANER ELEMENT