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REPLACE
SPARK PLUG
Replace spark plug each year to en-
sure the engine starts easier and runs
better. Set spark plug gap at 0.025
inch. Ignition timing is fixed, nonadjust-
able.
1. Twist, then pull off spark plug boot.
2.
Remove spark plug from cylinder
and discard.
3.
Replace with Champion
CJ-8Y
spark plug and tighten with a 3/4 in.
socket wrench
(10-12 ff.-Ibs).
4.
Reinstall the spark plug boot.
REPLACE
FUEL FILTER
To replace fuel filter, drain unit by run-
ning it dry of fuel, then remove fuel
cap/retainer
assembly
from tank. Pull
filter from tank and remove it from the
fuel line. Install new fuel filter on fuel
line; reinstall parts.
Fuel Filter
CHECK
MUFFLER
MOUNTING
SCREWS
Once each year, ensure muffler
mounting
screws are secure and tight-
ened properly to prevent damage.
Mounting
INSPECT
MUFFLER
AND SPARK
ARRESTING
SCREEN
As the unit is used, carbon deposits
build up on the muffler and spark ar-
resting screen, and must be removed
to avoid creating a fire hazard or af-
fecting
engine performance.
TOP ViEW OF MUFFLER
Exhaust
Diverter
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Replace the spark arresting
screen ev-
ery 25 hours of operation or if any
damage or breaks in the screen are
noted.
NOTE:
Do not attempt to clean the
spark arresting
screen.
1. Loosen and remove the 2 screws
from the muffler cover.
2.
Remove the muffler cover.
3.
Loosen and remove
both screws
from the exhaust diverter.
4.
Remove the exhaust
diverter and
spark arresting screen.
5.
Install new spark arresting
screen.
6.
Reinstall exhaust
diverter and both
screws. Tighten screws securely.
7.
Reinstall muffler cover and 2
screws.
NOTE:
If any part of the muffler is
cracked,
broken or damaged,
we rec-
ommend that the muffler be replaced.
1. Loosen and remove the 2 screws
from the muffler cover.
2.
Remove the muffler cover.
3. Tighten the 2 muffler mounting
screws (100 in/Ibs).
4.
Reinstall muffler cover and 2
screws,
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