HS 46, HS 46 C, HS 56 C
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N If the engine is down on power,
difficult to start or runs poorly at idle
speed, first check the spark plug.
N Fit a new spark plug after about 100
operating hours – or sooner if the
electrodes are badly eroded. Install
only suppressed spark plugs of the
type approved by STIHL – see
"Specifications".
Removing the Spark Plug
N Stopping the Engine
N Carefully pry open the flap (1) with a
suitable tool (e.g. combination
wrench).
N Remove the spark plug boot (2)
using a suitable tool (e.g.
combination wrench).
N Unscrew the spark plug.
Checking the spark plug
N Clean dirty spark plug.
N Check electrode gap (A) and
readjust if necessary – see
"Specifications".
N Rectify the problems which have
caused fouling of the spark plug.
Possible causes are:
– Too much oil in fuel mix.
– Dirty air filter.
– Unfavorable running conditions.
If the spark plug comes with a
detachable adapter nut (1), screw the
adapter onto the thread and tighten it
down firmly to reduce the risk of arcing
and fire.
Installing the Spark Plug
N Insert and screw home the spark
plug by hand.
N Tighten down the spark plug.
N Press the spark plug boot firmly
onto the spark plug.
N Close the flap (1), top first, then the
bottom, tabs (arrows) must snap
into position.
Checking the Spark Plug
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