Fuel Filter; Spark Plug - PRETUL MOG-65P Manual De Instrucciones

Maintenance

Fuel Filter

• The fuel filter stops water or dirt present in the fuel
tank to enter into the carburetor.
If the motor has not been run after a long period of time,
the sediment container need cleansing.
• With the motor off and ambient temperature close the
fuel key (E).
• Remove the sediment container (F). Clean its interior.
• Leave the container drying completely.
• Verify the washer (G) is in good conditions and set the
sediment container back in place.
• The tank fuel filter shall be washed according to the
maintenance program indicated in page 11.
NOTE
These instructions apply only for models
MOTB-2 and MOTB-3
Fuel Drain
• Set a dedicated container under the tank to receive
gasoline. Use a funnel to prevent fuel spills.
• Close the fuel key. Remove and clean the fuel filter as
indicated above.
• Before setting the filter, open the filter key to drain all
the fuel tank contents. When drained, place the filter
and the sediment container.
• Set a dedicated container under the carburetor to
receive gasoline. Use a funnel to prevent fuel spills.
• Remove the drain bolt (A).
• When fuel has been drained into the container, set the
drain bolt back and the washer. Tighten firmly.
• Wipe clean all the fuel spills.

Spark Plug

• Before removing the spark plug (B), wipe clean the area
around the spark plug base to stop dust and debris
entering the motor. Then, using a spark-plug wrench
remove the spark plug.
• Clean the carbon deposits from the spark plug electrodes
using a spark plug cleaner or a wire brush.
• Replace the old spark plug with a new one if damaged,
worn or if in doubt.
• Measure the gap between both electrodes. Use a spark
plug gauge. The distance between the center electrode
and the side electrode shall be between 0.027" and 0.031"
• Check the spark plug washer is in good conditions.
Insert the spark plug manually to prevent maladjustment.
• After setting the spark plug, tighten with a spark plug
wrench to compress the washer.
half-a-turn until the spark plug is in place and can press
the washer. If installing a used spark-plug, tighten 1/8 of a
E
turn after the spark plug is in place and can press the
washer.
spark plugs cause overheating and damage the motor.
G
F
Storing and Transportation
• When moving the equipment, shut down the motor
switch and close the fuel key. Keep the equipment
leveled to prevent fuel spills.
• When storing the equipment long periods of time:
• Drain completely all the fuel as indicated in the previous
paragraph. Then, start the motor until all the fuel inside
the motor is consumed.
• Replace oil as indicated in page 11.
• Remove the spark plug and pour a spoonful of
SAE-10W/30 oil into the cylinder. Pull the jack-line to
distribute the oil through the system. Set the spark plug
back in place.
• Pull softly the jack-line handle until feeling resistance.
This indicated the cylinder is reaching the compression
B
phase and the escape and absorption valves are closed.
Storing the equipment in these conditions prevents
internal corrosion.
• Wipe clean the equipment with a damp cloth and
cover it to prevent dust accumulation.
A
• Store the equipment in a clean, dry place, away from
the reach of children.
CAUTION
If installing a new spark plug, tighten
WARNING Improperly installed or out of range
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