7. Inspect the plug washer and then thread the plug in by hand to prevent
cross threading.
8. After a new spark plug has been seated by hand, it should be tightened
l/2 turn with a wrench to compress its washer.
If a used plug is being reinstalled,
it should only require l/8 to l/4 turn
after being seated.
CAUTION:
l
The spark plug must be securely
tightened.
An improperly
tightened
plug
can
become
very
hot
and
could
possibly
damage
the
generator.
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Never use a spark plug with
an improper
heat range.
9. Close and latch the rear maintenance
cover.
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