IGNITION
Spark
Plug
Refer to the
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
for the
spark plug service interval. Replace the spark plug
if
it
shows
signs of fouling or electrode erosion.
Refer to
Specifications
(Table
1)
for the spark plug
gap.
Solid
State
Ignition
Ignition timing is set at the factory, and it is not
adjustable. The solid state ignition components do
not require any routine maintenance.
COOLING SYSTEM
Refer to the
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
for the
cooling system
service
interval. Clean the cooling
fins sooner if required. Remove dust, dirt
or
oil from
the cooling surfaces.
-1PIugged
or cfogged inlet screens
and recoil starter can cause overheating and
engine damage. Remove chaff and debris from
air inlets.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
LaWAR"GIA
hot exhaust system can cause
severe burns.
Allow
the engine time
fo
cool
down before Inspecting or servicing fhe ex-
hausf
sysfem.
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Make regular visual and audible inspections of the
exhaust system. Locate leaks in the muffler and
piping while the engine is operating. Repair all leaks
immediately after they are detected for personal
safety. Keep the area around the muffler and ex-
haust manifold clear of chaff and debris.
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Breathfng exhaust gas can result In
severe personal lnjufy
or
death. Inspect the
exhaust system audibly and visually for leaks
daily, and repalr leaks immediateiy.
[aWARNINGIAccumuIatlon of chaff and debrls
around the muffler can result in a potentlal ffre
hazard. Remove chaff and debris from around
exhaust system.
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