Spark Plug
1.Remove and clean the spark plug (Figure 26).
2.Adjust the spark gap to 0.028 ~0.031 inch (0.6~0.7 mm).This unit has electronic ignition, which requires no adjustments.
Figure 26. Spark Plug Gap
Engine Oil Replacement
1.Replace engine oil, first in 25 hours of operation and every 50 to 100 hours afterwards.
2.Drain the engine oil when the oil is warm as shown in Figure 27.
3.Remove the oil drain bolt and sealing washer and allow the oil to drain into a suitable container.
4.Replace engine oil with recommended type oil as listed in Table 4. Engine oil capacity is 1.16 quarts (1.1 liters). DO NOT overfill.
5.Install drain bolt with sealing washer and tighten se- curely.
MVH-406GH — MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil Replacement:
1.Replace engine oil, in first 25 hours of operation and every 50 to 100 hours afterwards.
2.Oil may be drained more easily when it is warm after operation (For more details, see separate engine Owner's Manual).
Air Filter (Every 6 Months or 400 Hours)
1.The air filter element should be cleaned because a clogged air cleaner can cause poor engine starting, lack of power and shorten engine life substantially.
Figure 28. Engine Air Filter and Element
2.To clean or replace air filter loosen the wing nut on the air filter housing (Figure 28) remove the cover and take out air filter cartridge. If only cleaning of the air filter is desired blow through the air filter cartridge from the inside, moving a jet of dry compressed air up and down until all dust is removed.
CAUTION
NEVER attempt to check the
CLUTCH
PULLEY
Figure 27. Engine Oil (Draining)
VIBRATOR
PULLEY
Figure 29. V-Belt Hazard
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