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ITEM 57063
SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCESETUP
Spark Plug Maintenance
1. Remove the Spark Plug Access
Cover from top of Generator.
Spark Spark
Plug Plug
Cap
Spark Plug
Access Cover
2. Disconnect Spark Plug Cap from end of plug.
Clean out debris from around spark plug.
3. Use a spark plug wrench to remove the spark plug.
Spark
Plug
Cap
4. Inspect the spark plug:
If the electrode is oily, clean it using a clean, dry rag.
If the electrode has deposits on it, polish it using
emery paper. If the white insulator is cracked or
chipped, the spark plug needs to be replaced.
Recommended Spark Plug
TORCH
®
A5RTC
NOTICE: Using an incorrect spark plug
may damage the engine.
5. When installing a new spark plug, adjust
the plug’s gap to the specification on the
Specifications chart. Do not pry against the
electrode — the spark plug can be damaged.
6. Apply anti-sieze material to spark plug threads.
Install the new spark plug or the cleaned
spark plug into the engine.
• Gasket-style:
Finger-tighten until the gasket
contacts the cylinder head,
then tighten about 1/2 – 2/3 turn more.
• Non-gasket-style:
Finger-tighten until the plug
contacts the cylinder head,
then tighten about 1/16 turn more.
NOTICE: Tighten the spark plug properly.
If loose, the spark plug will cause the
engine to overheat.
If overtightened, the threads in the
engine block will be damaged.
7. Apply dielectric spark plug boot protector
(not included) to the end of the spark plug
and reattach the cap securely.
8. Replace Spark Plug Access Cover.