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MAINTENANCE
AIR FILTER
• Clean before use.
- Remove air cleaner cover and pull out air
filter.
- Lightly brush off dust or wash it in water and
detergent.
- Dry completely before putting it back in
place.
Fuel filterFuel tank cap
SPARK PLUG
• Check periodically.
- The standard spark gap is 0.6 to 0.7 mm
(0.024 to 0.028 in).
- Correct spark gap if it is wider or narrower
than the standard gap.
- If the electrodes are coated with carbon
deposits replace with a new spark plug.
Do not sandblast to clean.
Remaining sand will damage engine.
• Fastening torque = 15 to 17 N • m
(130 to 145 in • lb).
FUEL FILTER
• Check periodically.
- Do not allow dust to enter into fuel tank.
- Clogged filter will cause difficulty in starting
engine or poor engine performances.
- Pick up fuel filter through fuel inlet port with
a piece of steel wire or the like.
- When filter is dirty, replace it.
Air filter
Air cleaner cover
IMPORTANT
Do not over tighten plug.
CHECK FUEL SYSTEM
• Check before every use.
• After refueling, make sure fuel does not leak or
exude from around fuel pipe, fuel grommet or
fuel tank cap.
• In case of fuel leakage or exudation there is a
danger of fire. Stop using the machine
immediately and request your dealer to inspect
or replace.
0.6 - 0.7 mm (0.024 - 0.028 in)