Mitsubishi GB17GPV Instruction Manual page 7

Spark Plugs
CAUTION
Electrical Shock can cause injury.
Do not touch wires while engine is
running.
Clean out spark plug recess. Remove plug and replace.
1. Check gap using wire feeler gauge. Adjust gap, see
specification table for adjustment.
2. Install plug into cylinder head.
3. Torque plug to 20-30 Nm (177-266 in.lbs.).Air Cleaner
Air Cleaner
1. Remove the air cleaner outside cover.
2. Be careful to prevent dirt and debris from falling into the
air cleaner assembly.
3. Separate the air filter.
4. Inspect the air filter. Clean dirty air filter with warm
water and mild soap. Allow air filter to dry thoroughly
before re-installation
5. Install the air filter assembly onto the carburetor and
secure with screw.
NOTE: Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean the
filter. Pressurized air can damage the filter and
solvents will dissolve the filter.
Breather Tube
Ensure both ends of breather tube are properly connected.
Air Cooling
Hot Parts can cause severe burns.
Do not touch engine while operating or
just after stopping.
Never operate engine with heat shields or guards
removed.
Proper cooling is essential. To prevent overheating, please
clean screens, cooling fans, and other external surfaces
of engine. Avoid spraying water at wiring harness or any
electrical components. See Maintenance Schedule.
Repair/Service Parts
We recommend that you use an authorized dealer for all
maintenance, service, and replacement parts for engine. To
locate an authorized dealer, visit www.blackmaxtools.com
or call 1-800-726-5760.
Storage
The following precautions should be taken if storing your
pressure washer for a period exceeding 30 days, or for
seasonal storage.
• While engine is still warm, change oil.
• Clean engine of surface debris, chaff or grass.
• Drain all fuel from fuel tank into proper receptacle for
storage.
• Remove spark plug. Place 1 teaspoon or 5 ml of oil into
spark plug hole.
• Pull starter rope slowly 8-10 times to properly coat the
cylinder bore and piston for storage. Replace spark plug
and tighten. Any residual oil may burn off in subsequent
starts. This may result in white smoke emission from
muffler.
• Follow instructions in your pressure washer's operator's
manual for proper storing and transporting.
NOTE: Storing or transporting in a position other than that
recommended by the pressure washer's operator's
manual may result in hard starting and/or engine
smoking.
• Store in a clean dry area.
• When removing unit from storage, only use fresh
gasoline. Perform operation checks (see maintenance
schedule) before starting engine.
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