Scotts SP6211 Operator's Manual page 21

B
2. Clean area around cover (A).
3. Loosen screws (B) and remove cover.
NOTE: If precleaner or paper element has a break or is
damaged, replace it.
D
4. If precleaner (C) is dirty, carefully remove paper element
and precleaner. Remove precleaner from element (D).
5. If paper element is excessively dirty, replace it with a
new element.
6. If precleaner is dirty, clean it as follows:
• Wash it in a solution of warm water and liquid
detergent. DO NOT wash paper element.
• Rinse precleaner.
• Allow precleaner to air dry.
7. Install precleaner on paper element and install air
cleaner.
8. Install air cleaner cover and tighten screws.
Cleaning and Gapping Spark Plug
c
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before you remove
plug:
• STOP engine. Let it cool.
SERVICE
A
MX1571
C
MX1572
Service - 17
1. Disconnect spark plug wire (A). Remove plug (B).
2. Carefully wire brush carbon from plug. Do not clean it
with abrasives in a machine.
3. Inspect plug for damage. Replace damaged plug.
4. Adjust gap to 0.51 mm (0.020 in.).
5. Install and tighten plug to 20 N•m (15 lb-ft).
6. Connect spark plug wire.
Cleaning Engine Cooling Fins
c
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Wear eye protection to
guard against flying debris.
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Keep fins clean or
engine may overheat.
Clean fins (A) with a brush, rag, or compressed air.
Also, blow compressed air under the shroud.
B
A
MX1573
A
MX1574