Spark Plug; Fuel Filter; Air Filter - Craftsman 358.740160 Manual Del Operador

must be removed to avoid creating a fire
hazard or affecting engine performance.
Replace the spark arresting screen if breaks
occur.
1. Loosen and remove the nut (A) from the
exhaust outlet cover (B).
2. Remove the exhaust outlet cover.
3. Remove the spark arresting screen (C).
Handle the screen carefully to prevent
damage.
4. Clean the spark arresting screen gently with
a wire brush. Replace screen if breaks are
found.
5. Replace any broken or cracked muffler
parts.
6. Reinstall spark arresting screen, exhaust
outlet cover, and nut. Tighten nut securely to
25-35 in-lb.

SPARK PLUG

NOTE: For models sold in Canada, the spark
ignition system complies with the Canadian
standard ICES-002.
1. Loosen the three screws (A) on the cylinder
cover (B).
2. Remove the cylinder cover.
3. Pull off the spark plug boot (C).
4. Remove spark plug (D) from the cylinder
and discard.
5. Install a new spark plug and tighten securely
with a 3/4 inch (19 mm) socket wrench to
15-25 ft-lb. The spark plug gap should be
0.025 inch (0,6 mm).
6. Reinstall the spark plug boot.
7. Reinstall the cylinder cover and the three
screws. Tighten securely to 13-18 in-lb.

FUEL FILTER

To replace fuel filter, drain your unit by running
it dry of fuel. Remove fuel cap and its
connected retainer from tank. Pull filter from
tank and remove from line. Replace and
reassemble.

AIR FILTER

CAUTION: Do not clean filter in gasoline or
other flammable solvent to avoid creating a fire
hazard or producing evaporative emissions.
A dirty air filter decreases the life and
performance of the engine and increases fuel
consumption and exhaust emissions. Always
clean your air filter according to the
maintenance schedule. Clean more frequently
in dusty conditions.
A used air filter can never be completely
cleaned. It is advisable to replace your air filter
with a new one according to the maintenance
schedule.
1. Loosen the three screws (A) on the cylinder
cover (B).
2. Remove the cylinder cover.
3. Remove the air filter cover (C) and air filter
(D).
4. Clean the air filter using hot soapy water.
Rinse with clean cool water. Air dry
completely before reinstalling.
5. Reinstall the air filter and air filter cover.
6. Reinstall the cylinder cover and three
screws. Tighten securely to 13-18 in-lb.
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