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WARNING: Before you make an inspec-
tion, adjustment (except carburetor), or
repair, disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
HOW TO REPLACE THE SPARK PLUG
NOTE: This spark plug ignition system meets
all requirements of the Canadian Intereference-
Causing Equipment Regulations (ICES-002).
NOTE: This engine complies with all current
Australian and New Zealand limitations electro-
magnetic interconference.
The spark plug is housed in the engine compart-
ment under the top cover and cannot be seen
under normal conditions.
1. (Figure 13) Open the spark plug access
door (1) on the control panel.
2. The spark plug and wire are now visible.
3. Remove the spark plug wire.
4. Clean the area around the spark plug base
to prevent dirt from entering the engine when
the spark plug is removed.
5. Remove the spark plug.
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6. Check the spark plug. If the spark plug is
cracked, fouled, or dirty, it must be replaced.
7. (Figure 14) Set the gap between the elec-
trodes of the new spark plug at .030 inch.
Next, install the spark plug in the cylinder
head and firmly tighten. Recommended
torque is 18 to 20 ft-lbs.
HOW TO PREPARE THE SNOWTHROWER
FOR STORAGE
1. Drain the fuel tank.
2. Let the engine run until it is out of gasoline or
petrol.
3. Remove the spark plug from the cylinder.
a. Pour one ounce of oil into the cylinder.
b. Slow pull the recoil-start grip so that the oil
will protect the cylinder.
c. Install a new spark plug in the cylinder.
4. Thorougly clean the snow thrower.
5. Lubricate all lubrication points. See the Mainten-
ance section.
Figure 13
Figure 14