Use and Care Manual
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spark plug
Level 2.
Parts Required:  REPOWER
TM 
Tune-Up Kit
IMPORTANT
Use only NGK BPM8Y spark plug otherwise severe engine 
damage may occur.
 1.  Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded 
center electrode.
 2.  Clean the plug or replace with a new one. DO NOT sand blast to 
clean. Remaining sand will damage engine.
 3.  Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode.
 4.  Tighten spark plug to 150-170 kgf • cm (130-150 in • lbf).
CoolIng sysTem
Level 2.
Parts Required: None, if you are careful.
 IMPORTANT   
 To maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must
pass freely through the cylinder n area. This ow of air carries
combustion heat away from the engine.
Overheating and engine seizure can occur when:
•  Air intakes are blocked, preventing cooling air from reaching the 
cylinder.
•  Dust and grass build up on the outside of the cylinder. This build 
up  insulates the engine and prevents the heat from leaving.
Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of cooling ns is 
considered “Normal Maintenance.” Any failure attributed to lack of 
maintenance is not warranted.
INTAKE GRILL 
0.65 mm
(0.026 in.)
Cleaning Grill and Cylinder Fins
 1.  Remove accumulated debris from intake grill between backpack 
frame and blower housing.
 2. Disconnect spark plug lead from spark plug.
 3.   Remove spark plug










