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MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
FUEL CAP AND FUEL FILTER
NOTE: Be sure to keep the vent on the fuel cap free of
debris (Fig. 29).
Remove all fuel from
the unit and store in
an approved container before starting this
procedure. Open the fuel cap slowly to
release any pressure which may have
formed in the fuel tank.
CAUTION:
Never operate the
unit without the fuel
filter. Internal engine damage could result.
CAUTION:
To clean the fuel filter:
1. Lift the fuel line and filter out of the tank. Use a steel
wire with a hook or a paper clip (Fig. 30).
2. Pull the filter off with a twisting motion (Fig. 31).
3. Replace the fuel filter.
Fig. 29
Fuel Cap
Vent
Fig. 31
Steel Wire
Fuel Line
and Filter
Fig. 30
Fuel Filter
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
The carburetor was pre-set at the factory for optimum
performance. If further adjustments are necessary,
please take your unit to the nearest authorized service
center.
SPARK PLUG
Set the spark plug gap to 0.025" (0.635 mm) (Fig. 32).
Torque to 105 to 130 inch pounds (12 to 15 N•m).
Connect the spark plug boot.
Fig. 32
0.025” (0.635 mm)
Fig. 33
Muffler
Shield
Spark Arrestor
Location
Fig. 34
Screen
Cover
Retaining
Screw
Spark
Arrestor
Screen
SPARK ARRESTER SCREEN
NOTE: It is not necessary to take the muffler shield off
to replace or install a new spark arrester screen
(Fig. 33).
To replace the spark arrester screen, remove the single
retaining screw and screen cover. Discard old screen.
Install new screen (Fig. 34).
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