Maintenance Procedures Continued
SPARK PLUG
A correctly ring spark plug is essential for the power blower to operate properly. Check
the engine spark plug yearly or every 100 hours by following the listed procedures.
1. Clean the area around the spark plug.
2. Remove and inspect the spark plug.
3. Replace the spark plug if the electrodes are pitted, burned, or the porcelain is cracked.
Check the electrode gap with a wire feeler gauge and set to the engine manufacturer’s
speci cations.
4. Make sure the spark plug washer is in good condition, and start threading the spark
plug by hand to prevent cross threading.
5. A er the spark plug is seated, tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress the
washer.
CARBURETOR
All carburetors comply with federal & state regulations and are preset by the engine
manufacturer. Engine performance may di er at various altitudes and climates. If you
feel that the carburetor on your blower needs adjusting contact Tempest or your local
engine dealer.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
State regulations require that all manufacturers of gas powered engines furnish written
instructions describing the Operation and Maintenance of the emission control systems.
ese instructions vary depending on engine type. Please refer to your engine Opera-
tion and Maintenance Owners Manual under the heading “Emission Control Systems”
for speci c information and instructions.
BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
e procedures on the following pages cover removal and installation for TEMPEST
CONFINED SPACE FAN.
CAUTION: THE ENGINE MAY START SIMPLY BY ROTATING THE
BLADES. ALWAYS REMOVE THE SPARK PLUG WIRE PRIOR TO
WORKING ON THE BLADE SIDE OF THE MOTOR.
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