Check Spark Arrester (If Equipped) - Toro 78922 Operator's Manual

Checking the Spark Plug
Important: Never clean the spark plug(s). Always
replace the spark plug(s) when it has: a black
coating, worn electrodes, an oily film, or cracks.
If you see light brown or gray on the insulator, the
engine is operating properly. A black coating on the
insulator usually means the air cleaner is dirty.
Set the gap to 0.030 inches (0.76 mm).
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Installing the Spark Plug
Tighten the spark plug(s) to 16 ft.-lb (22 N-m).
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Check Spark Arrester (if
equipped)
Service Interval: Every 50 hours
WARNING
Hot exhaust system components may ignite
gasoline vapors even after the engine is stopped.
Hot particles exhausted during engine operation
may ignite flammable materials. Fire may result in
personal injury or property damage.
Do Not refuel or run engine unless spark arrester
is installed.
1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove key. Engage parking brake.
2. Wait for muffler to cool.
3. If any breaks in the screen or welds are observed,
replace the arrester.
4. If plugging of the screen is observed, remove the
arrester and shake loose particles out of the arrester
and clean screen with a wire brush (soak in solvent if
necessary). Reinstall arrester on exhaust outlet.
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