Southland SWLE0799 Manual Del Operador página 16

Maintenance
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How to Clean the Air Filter
A dirty air filter will restrict air intake. Regular maintenance of air cleaner will help improve engine performance and re-
duce emissions.
WARNING
Never clean air filter with gasoline or an easy ignited solvent because it may cause explosion.
NOTE: Refer to Figure 14 when following the steps below:
1. Remove the air filter cover bolts.
2. Remove the air filter cover.
3. Carefully remove air filter element to prevent dirt from
falling into carburetor.
4. Clean all parts. Wash the air filter element in a nonflammable
or high burning point solvent, and allow to dry thoroughly;
dip the filter element in clean oil, and squeeze out all
excess oil.
5. Reinstall the air filter element.
6. Replace air filter cover and tighten cover bolts.
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How to Check the Spark Plug
Spark Plug Model: Torch E7RTC
CAUTION
Only use the recommended spark plug or a spark plug with
the same temperature range. Using an improper spark
plug, an incorrect spark plug gap, or a dirty/fouled spark
plug can reduce engine performance and cause damage.
1. Stop engine and allow it to cool.
2. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug.
3. Use the spark plug wrench and rod (included with edger)
to remove the spark plug. (See Figure 15)
4. Visually inspect the spark plug for cracks or damage. If
cracked, replace spark plug.
5. Clean carbon deposits. If excessive carbon build up,
replace spark plug.
6. Check that the gap of the spark plug is 0.024-0.028 in.
(0.6-0.7 mm). (See Figure 16)
7. Re-insert the spark plug and tighten using the spark
plug wrench and rod. (See Figure 15)
NOTE: Torque of spark plug is 18-22 foot-pounds (25-30 Nm)
8. Reattach spark plug wire to spark plug.
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Air Filter Cover
Air Filter Element
Cover Bolt
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Figure 14
Spark Plug
Wrench
and Rod
Figure 15
0.024 - 0.028 in
0.6 - 0.7 mm
Figure 16