Honda F560 Manual Del Propietário página 48

3. Visually inspect the spark plug. Discard it if the insulator is cracked or
chipped. Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be reused.
4. Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge.
Correct as necessary by bending the side electrode.
The gap should be: 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
SIDE ELECTRODE
5. Check that the spark plug washer is in good condition and thread the spark
plug in by hand to prevent cross-threading.
6. After the spark plug is seated, tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress
the washer.
TORQUE: 18 N∙m (1.8 kgf∙m, 13 lbf∙ft)
NOTE:
After seating it by hand, tighten a new spark plug 1/2 turn with the wrench to
compress the washer. If you are reusing a plug, it should only take 1/8–1/4 turn.
CAUTION:
• The spark plug must be securely tightened. An improperly tightened
plug can become very hot and possibly damage the engine.
• Never use a spark plug with an improper heat range.
0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in)
SEALING WASHER
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