Fuel System
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2st X18E2 2012
GB
11) Installing Carburetor
1. Reverse carburetor removing steps to install.
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10) Adjusting Float Height
1. Measure float height as shown, and replace float if out of
specification.
Float Height a :
14.5 ± 1mm (0.571 ± 0.039in)
Do not adjust float height by knotting the
fishing line, etc. It promotes wear of the
needle valve and can cause malfunction of
the engine.
2. Install drain screw, float chamber 1 and cover 2.
Float height can not be adjusted.If float height is
out of specification, replace float valve or float.
Low float height will cause lean-burn, and high
float height will cause rich-burn.
When attaching the carburetor to power head,
insert the choke lever 1 into the choke rod’s
groove a.
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