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CLEANING OF AIR CLEANER
WARNING:
• Shut off the engine. Keep away from open flames. Do not smoke.
Dirty air cleaner element causes starting difficulty, power loss, engine malfunctions, and short-
ens engine life extremely. Keep the air cleaner element clean.
Interval of Cleaning and Inspection: Daily (every 10 operating hours)
1) Place the choke lever to the fully closed position so that dust and dirt are not allowed to
enter the carburetor.
2) Remove the fixing bolt of air cleaner cover.
3) Pull out the lower edge of the cover to remove the air cleaner cover.
4) Remove the element, then clean it with a solution of warm water and a mild detergent,
thoroughly drying it afterward.
5) Install it in alignment with the lines as shown in illustration.
6) Wipe off any oil adhering to the area around the air cleaner cover and breather with a cloth.
7) After cleaning, reassemble the cleaner cover (insert the tab at the top first, then insert the bottom tab) and tighten the fixing bolt.
CHECKING THE SPARK PLUG
CAUTION:
• Never touch the spark plug connector while the engine is running (danger of high voltage
electric shock).
Interval of Cleaning and Inspection: Daily (every 10 operating hours)
– Only use the supplied universal wrench to remove or to install the spark plug.
– The gap between the two electrodes of the spark plug should be 0.7 – 0.8 mm (0.028" –
0.032"). If the gap is too wide or too narrow, adjust it. If the spark plug is clogged or
contaminated, clean it thoroughly or replace it.
Element
Cover
Bolt
0.7 mm – 0.8 mm
(0.028" – 0.032")