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3. STOPPING (See Fig. 6 )
(1) Set the speed control lever at the low speed position and allow the engine to run at low speed for
1 or 2 minutes before stopping (See Fig. 6-1)
(2) Turn the STOP SWITCH counterclockwise to the position "O" (OFF). (See Fig. 6-2)
(3) Close the fuel cock. (See Fig. 6-3)
(4) Pull the starter handle slowly and return the handle to its original position when resistance is felt.
This operation is necessary to prevent outside moist air from intruding into the combustion cham-
ber. (See Fig. 6-4)
STOPPING ENGINE WITH THE FUEL COCK
Close the fuel cock and wait for a while until the engine stops. Avoid to let the fuel remain in the
carburator over long periods, or the passages of the carburator may become clogged with impuri-
ties, and malfunctions may result.
6.MAINTENANCE
(See Fig. 4)
1. DAILY INSPECTION (See Fig. 7-1)
Before running the engine,check the following service items．
1. Loose or broken bolts and nuts
2. Clean air cleaner element
3. Enough clean engine oil
4. Leakage of gasoline and engine oil
5. Enough gasoline
6. Enough kerosene
7. Safe surroundings
8. Excessive vibration, noise
2. PERIODlC lNSPECTlON
Periodic maintenance is vital to the safe and efficient operation of your engine．
Check the table below for periodic maintenance intervals. The below chart is based on the normal
engine operation schedule.
3. INSPECTING THE SPARK PLUG (See Fig. 7-2)
(1) Clean off carbon deposits on the spark plug electrode using a plug cleaner or wire brush.
(2) Check electrode gap． The gap should be 0.6 mm to 0.7 mm(0.02 inch.-0.03 inch.).Adjust the
gap,if necessary, by carefully bending the side electrode.
Recommended Spark Plug: NGK BP4HS or BPR4HS (CHAMPION L95YC or RL95YC)
4. ENGINE OIL CHANGE (See Fig. 7-3-4)
Initial oil change: After 20 hours of operation
Thereafter: Every 50 hours of operation
(1) When changing oil,stop the engine and loosen the drain plug. Drain the used oil while the engine
is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and completely.
CAUTION! To prevent injury,pay attention to the hot oil.
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