Replacing The Spark Plug; Checking The Ignition Spark; Checking The Muffler Screws - Makita EA3203S Instruction Manual

Replacing the spark plug

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CAUTION:
0.6 mm
Do not touch the spark plug or plug cap if the engine is
running (high voltage).
Switch off the engine before starting any maintenance
work. A hot engine can cause burns. Wear protective
gloves!
The spark plug must be replaced in case of damage to the
insulator, electrode erosion (burn) or if the electrodes are
very dirty or oily.
Remove the filter cover (see "Cleaning the air filter").
Pull the plug cap (9) off the spark plug. You can remove the
plug cap by hand.
Electrode gap
The electrode gap must be 0.6 mm.
CAUTION: Use only the following spark plugs:
NGK CMR6A.
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Checking the ignition spark

Press the loosened spark plug (10) with the ignition cable
firmly connected against the cylinder using insulated pliers
(not near the spark plug opening).
Put combination switch (11) in the "ON" position.
Pull the starter cable hard.
If the function is correct, an ignition spark must be visible
near the electrodes.
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Checking the muffler screws

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Unscrew 3 screws (12) and remove the upper half of the
muffler (13).
Note: For saw models with catalytic converters (EA3200S,
EA3201S), remove the converter along with the upper muf‑
fler half.
The screws on the bottom muffler half (14) are now
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accessible, and it is possible to check them for tightness.
If they are loose, tighten by hand (Caution: do not over‑
tighten).
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