FUEL SYSTEM 2-11
Carburetor
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Turn the fuel tap to the ON position, and check for fuel
leakage from the carburetor.
WARNING
Fuel spilled from the carburetor is hazardous.
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Adjust the following items if necessary:
Throttle Cable (see this chapter)
Idle Speed (see this chapter)
Fuel Inspection
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be ex-
plosive under certain conditions. Always stop the
engine and do not smoke. Make sure the area is
well-ventilated and free from any source of flame
or sparks; this includes any appliance with a pilot
light.
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Turn the fuel tap to the OFF position.
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Remove the carburetor.
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Place a suitable container beneath the carburetor.
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Remove the drain plug [A] from the bottom of the float
bowl and check for water or dirt in the fuel.
If any water or dirt c omes out, clean the carburetor, fuel
tap and fuel tank (see this chapter).
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Install the drain plug on the float bowl, and tighten it se-
curely.
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Install the carburetor.
Carburetor Disassembly
WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be ex-
plosive under certain conditions. Always stop the
engine and do not smoke. Make sure the area is
well ventilated and free from any source of flame
or sparks; this includes any appliance with a pilot
light.
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Remove the carburetor (see this chapter).
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Disassemble the throttle valve assembly as follows.
○
Hold the throttle valve return spring [A] compressed, take
out the retainer [B], and free the throttle cable by sliding it
through the slot.
