You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug.
1. Check for discoloration and remove the carbon.
2. Check the spark plug type and gap.
Standard electrode color: Tan Color
Standard Spark Plug: BPR4ES (NGK) (F7RTC)
Gap: (0.028 – 0.031 inches)
3. Install the spark plug.
Spark Plug Torque: 14 lbs. – Ft.
ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT
1. Place the machine on a level surface and warm up the engine. Then stop the engine.
2. Remove the rubber cap on the bottom.
3. Place an oil pan under the engine. Remove the drain bolt.
4. Open the oil fi ller cover as shown and remove the oil fi ller cap so
that the oil can be completely drained.
5. Check the drain bolt, gasket, oil fi ller gap and O-ring.
6. Reinstall the oil drain bolt. - Drain Bolt Torque: 12 Ft. lbs.
7. Add engine oil to the upper level.
• Recommended oil for most climates: 10W30
• For extremely cold conditions the oil viscosity may be lowered to ease starting: 5W30
• Engine Oil Quantity: 0.63 US qt
NOTE:
Recommended engine oil classifi cation: API Service "SE" or "SF"
CAUTION
Be sure no foreign material enters the crankcase.
8. Install the oil fi ller cap.
9. Install the rubber cap on the bottom.
CAUTION
Be sure to install securely to prevent from falling off during operation.
10. Close the oil fi ller cover.
FUEL FILTER
WARNING
Do not smoke or have an open fl ame in the vicinity of the fuel and solvent.
1. Stop the engine.
2. Clamp the fuel line with the clip.
3. Replace the fuel fi lter.
FUEL TANK FILTER
1. Remove the fuel tank cap and fi lter.
2. Clean the fi lter with solvent, if damaged, replace.
3. Wipe the fi lter and insert it.
WARNING
Be sure the tank cap is securely tightened.
SPARK PLUG INSPECTION
(0.028-0.031 inch)
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