6.5 CLEANING AND CHECKING THE SPARK PLUG
Requirements
Procedure
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Result
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GEEL
GEEL 3, GEEL 5, GEEL 7
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Engine stopped and cool to the touch
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Spark plug wrench
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Spark plug gap tool
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Wire brush
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Replacement spark plug as needed (see Technical Data).
Contact the rental yard or machine owner for further instructions.
WARNING
Burn hazard. The engine and muffler become very hot during operation and require cool-
down time after the engine is stopped
Do not touch the engine, muffler, or spark plug until the machine is cool.
Perform the procedure below to clean and check the spark plug.
1.
Remove the spark plug cap (a).
2.
Clear away dirt around the spark plug base.
3.
Dismantle the spark plug with a spark plug wrench (b).
4.
Visually check the spark plug. Clean with a steel brush. If the insulator is
damaged, replace the spark plug instead.
5.
Measure the spark plug clearance (c) with a feeler. The clearance should be 0.7 -
0.8 mm. If adjustment is necessary, bend the side electrode carefully.
6.
Check if the spark plug gasket is in good conditions. In order to screw thread
misplace, screw in by hand.
7.
Screw on the spark plug to the bottom first by hand and then screw in by a spark
plug wrench and compress the gasket.
8.
If a new spark plug is used, more 1/2 turns after compressing the gasket.
9.
If reinstalling the used spark plug, just more twist 1/8 - 1/4 turns.
NOTICE: A loose spark plug can become very hot and may cause engine damage.
The spark plug has now been cleaned and checked.
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