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200947 - WALk BEhiND BLOWER
3. Allow the oil to drain completely into an appropriate container.
4. Replace the oil drain plug.
5. Remove the oil fill cap/dipstick to add oil.
6. Add oil according to Add Engine Oil in Assembly section.
7. DO NOT OVERFILL. Oil not included for routine maintenance.
8. Dispose of used oil at an approved waste management
facility.
Once oil has been added, a visual check should show oil about
1-2 threads from running out of the fill hole. When using the
dipstick to check oil level, DO NOT screw in the dipstick while
checking.
Cleaning and Adjusting the Spark Plug(s)
1. Remove the spark plug cable from the spark plug.
2. Use a spark plug socket tool (not included), or a 13/16 in.
(21 mm) socket (not included) to remove the plug.
3. Inspect the electrode on the plug. It must be clean and not
worn to produce the spark required for ignition.
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4. Make certain the spark plug gap is 0.028-0.031 in.
(0.7-0.8 mm).
5. Refer to the spark plug types in Specifications when replacing
the plug.
6. Firmly re-install the plug.
7. Attach the spark plug cable to the spark plug.
Cleaning the Air filter
1. Using your finger, pry the outer tab up slightly and lift the air
filter cover above the tab lock position.
2. Remove both air filter cover and air filter element.
3. Wash in liquid detergent and water. Squeeze thoroughly dry in
a clean cloth.
4. Saturate in clean engine oil.
5. Squeeze in a clean, absorbent cloth to remove all excess oil.
6. Place the filter in the assembly.
7. Reattach the air filter cover. Attach the side closest to the
gas tank then pivot down to close. Make sure air filter cover
snaps in place.
Cleaning the Spark Arrestor
1. If so equipped, allow the engine to cool completely before
servicing the spark arrester.
2. Remove the screws holding the cover plate which retains the
end of the spark arrester to the muffler.
3. Remove the spark arrester screen.
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SPARK PLUG GAP
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