Servicing The Air Filter - Simplicity 2691127-0 Operator's Manual

Servicing the Air Filter

WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or
death.
• Never start or run the engine with the air cleaner
assembly or air filter removed..
NOTICE: Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the
filter. Pressurized air can damage the filter and solvents will
dissolve the filter.
1. Unscrew and remove cover (A, Figure 12).
2. Remove air cleaner assembly (B) and disassemble.
3. Clean up any possible debris that might get into the
carburetor throat (C).
NOTICE: Replace pre-cleaner/cartridge when dirty or
damaged.
B
Pre-Cleaner Cleaning
1. Wash in soapy water with liquid detergent.
2. Squeeze dry in clean cloth.
Cartridge Cleaning
Tap gently on flat surface to remove light debris. Do not
attempt to clean cartridge.
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A
C
Figure 12
Servicing the Spark Plugs
WARNING
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric
shock.
Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement,
traumatic amputation, or laceration.
When testing for spark:
• Use approved spark plug tester.
• Do not check for spark with spark plug removed.
CAUTION: Spark plugs have different heat ranges. It is
important that the correct spark plug is used, otherwise,
engine damage can occur.
Clean Spark Plug
Clean with wire brush and sturdy knife. Do NOT use
abrasives.
Check Spark Plug Gap
Use a spark plug feeler gauge to check the gap between the
two electrodes. When the gap is correct, the gauge will drag
slightly as you pull it through the gap.
If necessary, use the spark plug gauge to adjust the gap by
gently bending the curved electrode without touching the
center electrode or the porcelain.
(0.76 mm)
Install Spark Plug
Finger tighten, then tighten with wrench.
• 180 in-lbs (20 Nm), OR
• 1/2 turn when reinstalling the original spark plug.
1/4 turn when installing a new spark plug.
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