MAINTENANCE
SPARK PLUG
Check the spark plug every 25 hours. Re- place the spark plug if the electrodes are pitted, burned, or if the porcelain is cracked.
1.Make sure the spark plug is clean. Clean the spark plug by carefully scrap- ing the electrodes (do not sand blast or use a wire brush).
2.Check the spark plug gap with a feeler gauge.
3.Before installing the spark plug, coat the threads lightly with oil for easy re-
moval. Tighten the spark plug to a torque of 15
Feeler Gauge 0.030"
Spark Plug
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CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT
Never make unnecessary adjustments to the carburetor. The carburetor was set at the
factory to operate efficiently under most ap- plications. However, if adjustments are re- quired, we recommend you contact your nearest Sears Service Center.
nor is set at the factory. Do not WARNING: The engine gover- change the governor setting.
Over speeding the engine above the fac- tory setting can be dangerous. If you think the engine governor needs an ad-
justment, contact your nearest Sears Service Center.
