Storage: When the compactor is to be stored for a lengthy period of time:
7.2
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE ENGINE SPARK PLUG AND SERVICING.
Apart from the weekly maintenance prescribed in the maintenance calendar, clean or replace the
spark plug whenever necessary for the engine to work correctly. To do so, consult the engine
explanations manual supplied with the plate.
Consult point 4.1 ENGINE DAT to choose the spark plug and to know the airgap.
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A. - Completely empty out the fuel from the tank, the fuel pipe and the carburettor
B. - Remove the spark plug and pour a few drops of engine oil in the cylinder. Turn the
motor several times by hand to distribute the oil over the inner surface of the cylinder.
C. - Clean the outer surface with a cloth soaked in oil, cover the unit and keep in a place
that is free of dust and damp.
Remove the lid from the spark plug and use a suitable spark plug wrench to take the
spark plug out.
Visually check the spark plug and replace it if any wear is visible or if the insulator has
split or cracked.
If the spark plug is correct, clean with a wire brush.
Verify that the airgap is between 0.7 and 08 mm.
Check that the spark plug washer is in good conditions and install the spark plug by
hand so as not to spoil the thread.
Then tighten with the spark plug wrench to compress the washer.
When installing a new spark plug, tighten ½ turn after putting it into place. If the spark
plug is used, tighten it between 1/8 and ¼ turn after putting into place.
PRECAUTION: the spark plug must be fitted tightly, because if not, it will heat up and
may damage the engine.
0.7 – 0.8 mm
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