Servicing The Air Filter - Snapper 2691249-00 Operator's Manual

Servicing the Air Filter

WARNING
Fuel and its vapors are extremely flammable and
explosive.
Fire or explosion can cause severe burns or death.
• Never start or run the engine with the air cleaner
assembly or air filter removed..
NOTICE: Do not use pressurized air or solvents to clean
the filter. Pressurized air can damage the filter and solvents
will dissolve the filter.
1. Unscrew and remove cover (A, Figure 15).
2. Remove air cleaner assembly (B) and disassemble.
3. Clean up any possible debris that might get into the
carburetor throat (C).
NOTE: Replace pre-cleaner/cartridge when dirty or dam-
aged.
Pre-Cleaner Cleaning
1. Wash in soapy water with liquid detergent.
2. Squeeze dry in clean cloth.
Cartridge Cleaning
Tap gently on flat surface to remove light debris. Do not
attempt to clean cartridge.
Check Spark Plug Gap
Use a spark plug feeler gauge to check the gap between
the two electrodes. When the gap is correct, the gauge will
drag slightly as you pull it through the gap (see Figure 16).
If necessary, use the spark plug gauge to adjust the gap by
gently bending the curved electrode without touching the
center electrode or the porcelain.
Install Spark Plug
Finger tighten, then tighten with wrench (see Figure 17).
• 180 in-lbs (20 Nm), OR
• 1/2 turn when reinstalling the original spark plug.
1/4 turn when installing a new spark plug.
Servicing the Muffler
WARNING
Running engine produces heat. Engine parts,
especially muffler, become extremely hot.
Severe thermal burns can occur on contact.
Combustible debris, such as leaves, grass, brush,
etc. can catch fire.
• Allow muffler, engine cylinder and fins to cool before
touching.
• Remove visible debris from engine compartment.
WARNING
Replacement parts must be the same position as the
original parts or fire could result.
To service the muffler, see an authorized dealer.
Servicing the Spark Plugs
WARNING
Unintentional sparking can result in fire or electric
shock.
Unintentional start-up can result in entanglement,
traumatic amputation, or laceration.
When testing for spark:
• Use approved spark plug tester.
• Do not check for spark with spark plug removed.
CAUTION: Spark plugs have different heat ranges. It is
important that the correct spark plug is used, otherwise,
engine damage can occur.
Clean Spark Plug
Clean with wire brush and sturdy knife. Do NOT use
abrasives (D, Figure 18).
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