Operating instructions
Oil Drain Plug
AIR CLEANER
Replace the filter once a year; more often
under dusty or dirty conditions. DO NOT
attempt to c_ean or oil the air filter.
To install a new air filter, do the following:
• Disconnect the spark plug wire from the
spark plug.
• Turn the cover as shown below to the left
(counterclockwise) and remove the cover
and the air filter from the flange.
• Discard the air filter.
• Clean the cover and the flange thor-
oughly.
• Insert the new air filter into the cover.
• Push the cover firmly against the flange
and turn it to the right (clockwise) as far
as it will go as shown in figure below. Be
sure the retainers are locked around the
flange.
• Reconnect the spark plug wire.
"_ _Turn cover to the left
_"_==,.J _[ (counterclockwise)
v to remove
F_ange
Iter
CAUTION: Never run the engine without
the air cleaner element installed. A
defective air cleaner can result in loss of
engine power and can cause excessive
wear or damage to the engine components
ifdirt or dust is permitted to enter the
engine through the carburetor. A damaged
air cleaner, or one that is clogged with dust
or dirt should be replaced immediately.
SPARK PLUG
Clean the spark plug and reset the gap
periodically. Clean the area around the
spark plug base before removal, to prevent
dirt from entering the engine. Replace the
spark plug ifthe electrodes are pitted or
burned or if the porcelain is cracked. Clean
the spark plug by carefully scraping the
electrodes (do not sand blast or use a wire
brush). Be sure the spark plug is clean and
free of foreign material. Check the elec-
trodes gap with a wire feeler gauge and
reset to .030 if necessary. If a new spark
plug is needed, refer to the PRODUCT
SPECIFICATIONS for the proper replace-
ment spark plug.
Before reinstalling the spark plug, coat the
threads lightly with graphite or light oil to
insure easy removal. Tighten the spark plug
firmly into the engine. If a torque wrench is
available, torque the spark plug to 15 foot-
pounds.
Slot
Tab
cover
to the right
(clockwise)
to install