Maintenance
SPARK PLUG
Standard spark plug: Champion L82YC/NGK BPR7HS
or BP7HS
1. Disconnect the spark plug cap.
2. Clean up dirt from around the spark plug base.
3. Remove the spark plug.
4. Inspect the plug electrodes for wear. If the electrodes and
insulator tip appear unusually fouled or burned, change a new
one. Discard the spark plug if there is apparent wear or if the
insulator is cracked or chipped.
5. The spark plug gap shall be kept in 0.6-0.7mm (0.24"-
0.28"). If adjustment is necessary, bend the side electrode
carefully.
6. Install the spark plug, screw it in finger tight and then tig-
hten with the plug wrench another 1/2 turn to compress the
washer.
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