Checking The Fuel Pump's Air Filter; Checking The Acid Level In The Battery; Ignition System - Jonsered FR2115MA Operator's Manual

Checking the fuel pump's air filter

Check regularly that the fuel pump's air filter is not
clogged by dirt.
The filter can be cleaned using a brush, if neces-
sary.

Checking the acid level in the battery

Check that the acid level in the battery lies between
the markings. When refilling only distilled water may
be used to fill the cells.
WARNING!
Actions with acid contact
External: Rinse thoroughly with water.
Internal: Drink large quantities of water or
milk. Contact a doctor as soon as
possible.
Eyes: Rinse thoroughly with water.
Contact a doctor as soon as
possible.
The battery emits explosive gases. Sparks,
flames and cigarettes must not be present in
the vicinity of the battery.

Ignition system

The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition
system. Only the spark plug requires maintenance.
For the recommended spark plug, see Technical
data.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Fitting the wrong spark plug type can damage
the engine.
1. Remove the ignition cable shoe and clean
around the spark plug.
2. Remove the spark plug with a 5/8" (16 mm)
or13/16" (21 mm) spark plug socket wrench.
3. Check the spark plug. Replace the spark plug if
the electrodes are burned or if the insulation is
cracked or damaged. Clean the spark plug with
a wire brush if it is to be reused.
4. Measure the electrode gap with a gapping tool.
The gap should be 0.75 mm (0.030"). Adjust as
necessary by bending the side electrode.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Inadequately tightened spark plugs can
cause overheating and damage the engine.
Tightening the spark plug too much can
damage the threads in the cylinder head.
5. Reinsert the spark plug, turning by hand to
avoid damaging the threads.
6. After the spark plug is seated, tighten it using a
spark plug wrench so that the washer is
compressed. A used spark plug should be
turned 1/8 of a turn from the seated position. A
new spark plug should be turned 1/4 a turn
from the seated position.
7. Replace the ignition cable shoe.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Do not turn over the engine if the spark
plug or ignition cable has been removed.
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