•Reinstall the drain plug. Make sure it is tightened securely.
•Fill the crankcase with new oil of the proper type (See Adding Engine Oil in the Operation Section), to the Full mark on the dipstick. Always check the level with the dipstick before adding more oil.
Clean Guard/Muffler
Do not clean with a forceful spray of water because water could contaminate fuel system. With a brush or cloth clean finger guard after every use to prevent engine damage caused by overheating. Before running engine, clean muffler area to remove all combustible debris.
•Reinstall the oil fill cap or plug and tighten securely.
CLEAN
Service Air Cleaner
NOTE: Do not use petroleum solvents, e.g., kerosene, which will cause the cartridge to deteriorate. Do not use pressurized air to clean cartridge. Pressurized air can damage the cartridge.
To service air cleaner follow these steps:
•Unscrew wing nut. Remove cover and air cleaner cartridge.
•Remove cartridge from cover.
To service cartridge, clean by tapping gently on a flat service. Do not oil cartridge. Replace if dirty or dam- aged.
•Replace air cleaner cartridge. Place cover over cartridge and tighten nut finger tight and then turn it one more complete turn.
PAPER FILTER
COVER
BASE | WING NUT |
CLEAN
Clean and Replace Spark Plug
Check spark plug yearly or every 100 operating hours.
•Clean area around spark plug.
•Remove and inspect spark plug.
•Replace spark plug if electrodes are pitted, burned or porcelain is cracked. For replacement use Champion RJ17LM resistor spark plug.
•Check electrode gap with wire feeler gauge and set gap .030 if necessary.
•Install spark, tighten securely.
.030" (0.76MM)
WIRE GAUGE
SPARK PLUG
17 — ENG | D20498 Rev. 0 6/9/00 |
