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Pre-Cleaner Air Filter

Figure 30. Air Filter Service

REPLACE SPARK PLUG

Service Interval: Yearly

Replacement Spark Plug: 5066

Spark Plug Gap: .030” (.76mm)

1. Stop the engine and allow it to cool.

2. Clean the area around the spark plug.

3. Remove the spark plug.

4. Check the spark plug gap. It should be .030” (see

Figure 31).

5. Reinstall the plug into the cylinder head. Torque the

plug to 180 in. lbs (20 N.m.).

Figure 31. Spark Plug Gapping

Pre-Cleaner Service

NOTE: Replace a worn or damaged pre-cleaner.

1. Figure 30. Wash the pre-cleaner in liquid detergent

and water.

2. Squeeze the pre-cleaner dry and saturate with

engine oil. Remove all excess oil by squeezing the

pre-cleaner in an absorbent cloth.

Air Filter Service

NOTE: Replace a worn or damaged air filter.

1. Figure 30. If stamped “Washable,” the filter can be

washed with warm water and mild soap.

2. Rinse with tap water with the screen side UP allowing

dirt and debris to filter out.

3. Allow the filter to dry overnight before reinstalling.

Simplicity 2690716 User Manual

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