Spark Plug; Idle Speed; Drive Chain - Eton America Rascal IXL-40 Service Manual

2.7 SPARK PLUG

(1) Disconnect the spark plug cap and remove the spark
plug.
(2) Visually inspect the spark plug electrodes for wear.
(3) The center electrode should have square edges and
the side electrode should have a constant thickness.
(4) Discard the spark plug if there is apparent wear
or if the insulator is cracked or chipped.
(5) Measure the gap with a wire-type feeler gauge and
adjust if necessary by carefully bending the side electrode.
SPARK PLUG GAP: 0.2-0.6 mm
REQUIRED REPLACEMENT PLUG:
BPM7A (NGK) or
BPM6Y (NGK)
(6) Check the sealing washer and replace with a new
one if damaged.
(7)
With the sealing washer attached thread the spark
plug in by hand to prevent cross threading.
Tighten the spark plug.
TORQUE: 12-19 N-m

2.8 IDLE SPEED

(1) Inspect and adjust the idle speed after all other engine
maintenance has been performed and is within
specifications. The engine must be warm for accurate idle
speed inspection and adjustment.
(2) Warm up the engine for about five minutes and
connect a tachometer.
(3) Turn the throttle stop screw as required to obtain the
specified idle speed.
IDLE SPEED: 1700 ± 100 rpm

2.9 DRIVE CHAIN

Inspect the chain slack. The standard is 10-25mm.
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MAINTENANCE