Spark Plug Maintenance; Fuel Filter Replacement (If Equipped) - Pacific hydrostar 97553 Set Up, Operating, And Servicing Instructions

If this does not get the filter reason-
ably clean, replace it.
b. For foam filter elements:
Wash the element in warm water
and mild detergent several times.
Rinse. Squeeze out excess water
and allow it to dry completely. Soak
the filter in lightweight oil briefly, then
squeeze out the excess oil.
4. Install the new filter or the cleaned
filter. Secure the Air Cleaner Cover
before use.

spark Plug Maintenance

1. Disconnect spark plug wire from
end of plug. Clean out debris from
around spark plug.
2. Using a spark plug wrench, remove
the spark plug.
3. Inspect the spark plug:
If the electrode is oily, clean it using a
clean, dry rag.
If the electrode has deposits on it,
polish it using emery paper.
If the white insulator is cracked or
chipped, the spark plug needs to be
replaced.
4. When installing a new spark plug, ad-
just the plug's gap to the specification
on the Technical specification chart.
Do not pry against the electrode, the
spark plug can be damaged.
5. Install the new spark plug or the
cleaned spark plug into the engine.
Gasket-style: Finger-tighten until the
gasket contacts the cylinder head,
then about 1/2-2/3 turn more.
Non-gasket-style: Finger-tighten until
the plug contacts the head, then
about 1/16 turn more.
SKU 97553 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
6. Apply dielectric spark plug boot
protector (not included) to the end of
the spark plug and reattach the wire
securely.

Fuel Filter replacement (if equipped)

warning! risK OF Fire
Or exPLOsiOn. Replace the
fuel filter in a well-ventilated
area away from ignition sourc-
es. Do not smoke.
1. Wait for engine to cool completely
before proceeding.
2. Wear protective gear including, ANSI-
approved safety goggles, NIOSH-
approved dust mask/respirator, and
nitrile gloves.
3. Close fuel valve leading from gas
tank completely.
4. Take note of the fuel filter's orienta-
tion.
5. Place a suitable container under the
fuel filter.
6. Disconnect the fuel lines leading to
and from the fuel filter and allow fuel
to drain onto the container.
7. Install new fuel filter in the same
orientation. Make sure to properly
secure both fuel lines.
8. Clean up and properly dispose of all
fuel.
9. Wait for at least one hour before use
to allow all residual fuel vapors to
dissipate. to prevent Fire, do not
start the engine while the smell of
fuel hangs in the air. Remember to
open the fuel valve before restarting
the engine. It may take a little longer
than usual to start the engine be-
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