Honda EM5000SXK3AN Owner's Manual page 71

4. Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a wire-type feeler gauge. Correct
the gap, if necessary, by carefully bending the side electrode.
Spark plug gap: 0.028–0.031 in (0.7–0.8 mm)
5. Make sure that the spark plug sealing washer is in good condition, and thread
the spark plug in by hand to prevent cross-threading.
6. After the spark plug is seated, tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress
the washer.
If reinstalling a used spark plug, tighten 1/8–1/4 turn after the spark plug is
seated.
If installing a new spark plug, tighten 1/2 turn after the spark plug is seated.
Torque: 13.0 lbf·ft (17.7 N·m, 1.8 kgf·m)
A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the engine.
Overtightening the spark plug can damage the threads in the cylinder head.
7. Attach the spark plug cap.
SERVICING YOUR GENERATOR
SIDE ELECTRODE
0.028–0.031 in (0.7–0.8 mm)
SEALING WASHER
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