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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Check The Spark Plug
1, Stop the engine and make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the
spark plug wire and secure it away from the spark
plug.
2, Clean the area around the spark plug to prevent
debris from falling into the spark plug hole_
3, Remove and inspect the spark plug. Check the
electrode gap with a wire feeler gauge and set the gap at
_030", if necessary.
4, install spark plug and tighten securely
CARBURETOR AND IGNITION SYSTEM
INFORMATION
O The factory-adjusted carburetor settings should be
satisfactory for most conditions. If you feel that an
adjustment is needed, contact your Iocal Sears
Service Center or retail store
[] The engine is equipped with an electronic ignition
system without points and a condenser. Only spark
plug maintenance is required. If the ignition system is
not functioning properly, contact your local Sears
Service Center or retail store.
Electrodes
.030 Gap...,,, \
Porcelain
Figure 30: Spark plugo
CHECK BOLTS AND NUTS FOR TIGHTNESS
Be sure that the bolts and nuts on your machine are
always securely tightened. With the engine shut off
and the spark plug wire disconnected, check the bolts
and nuts before each use of the machine.. Refer to the
Parts List at the back of this Manual for replacement
hardware_ Do not overtighten bolts. See the Torque
Specifications Chart on Page 31.
LUBRICATION
With the exception of the engine, the machine is lifetime
lubricated Do not oil or grease any part of the machine.
CAUTION
Do not tamper with the engine governor which is
factory set for proper engine speed_ Overspeeding
the engine above the factory high speed setting can
be dangerousand will void theenginewarranty.
Requestauthorizedservice if the problempersists_
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