CRF230F • CRF230F (U Type)
Spark Arrester
(Refer to the Safety Precautions on page 42.)
The exhaust system spark arrester must be purged of
accumulated carbon periodically (see Maintenance
Schedule for servicing period, page 43).
The exhaust system becomes very hot during
operation and remains hot for a period of time after
stopping the engine. Allow the exhaust system to
cool before performing this operation.
(1)
(4)
(3)
(2)
(1) Spark arrester
(2) Bolts
(3) Gasket
(4) Muffler
1. Remove the three bolts (2), the spark arrester (1)
and the gasket (3) from the muffler (4).
2. Use a brush to remove carbon deposits from
the spark arrester screen. Be careful to avoid
damaging the spark arrester screen. The
spark arrester must be free of breaks and
holes. Replace, if necessary. Check the gasket.
Replace, if necessary.
3. Install the spark arrester and the gasket in the
muffler and tighten the three bolts securely.
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