20 DR
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GASOLINE ENGINE
Spark Plug Service
Recommended spark plugs: F7RTC or other equivalents.
1. Disconnect the spark plug cap, and remove any dirt from around spark plug area.
2. Remove spark plug with a spark plug wrench.
3. Inspect spark plug. Replace if electrodes are worn, or if insulator is cracked or chipped.
4. Measure spark plug electrode gap with a suitable gauge. The gap should be 0.028 in -0.031 in (0.70 mm - 0.80 mm). Correct
the gap, if necessary, by carefully bending side electrode.
5. Install spark plug carefully, by hand, to avoid cross-threading.
6. After the spark plug seats, tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress the washer.
If reinstalling used spark plug tighten 1/8 - 1/4 turn after the spark plug seats.
If installing a new spark plug, tighten 1/2 turn after spark plug seats.
7. Attach spark plug cap.
Idle Speed Adjustment
1. Start the engine outdoors and allow it to warm up to operating
temperature.
2. Move throttle lever to its slowest position.
3. Turn throttle stop screw to obtain standard idle speed. Standard idle
speed: 2,000±200 rpm
An incorrect spark plug can cause engine
damage.
A loose spark plug can overheat and damage engine.
Over tightening spark plug can damage threads in cylinder head.