9. Maintenance
MA16
.025 in
0.655mm
■SPARK PLUG
IMPORTANT
•Starting failure and
Specified plug is Champion RDZ19H
1.Stop the engine and allow it to cool. Pull the wire off of the spark plug.
2.Clean around the spark plug and remove it from the cylinder head. Use a 5/8 inch (16mm) socket to remove the plug.
3.Clean the electrode.
4.Set the plug gap at 0.025 in. (0.655mm) using a feeler gauge (MA16). Install a correctly gapped spark plug into the cylinder head.
•To install the spark plug, first turn the plug until it is finger tight, then tighten it a quarter turn more with a socket wrench.
TIGHTENING TORQUE:
■MUFFLER
WARNING
100~110 in-lbs (11.3~12.3 N.m.)
•Inspect periodically, the muffler for loose fasteners, any damage or corrosion. If any sign of exhaust leakage is found, stop using the machine and have it repaired immediately.
•Note that failing to do so may result in the engine catching on fire.
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