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FINAL CHECK
After having inspected all the bolts, there is one final and extremely important component to be
checked: the spark plug. The spark plug is a sufficiently reliable indication of the carburation.
Remove the spark plug and check the colour of the ceramic insulator at the electrode end. If it has
turned a mid-brown colour, the carburetor has been adjusted correctly. Conversely, if it has turned
black or dark brown, the fuel is too rich. If the ceramic is a light brown or sand colour, it means the
fuel is too lean.
Adjust the carburetor accordingly (see ADJUSTING THE CARBURETTOR)
Remember that an excessively rich blend will not cause any immediate problems to the engine except
that carbon deposits will form prematurely.
Too weak or lean a blend, however, may cause irreversible damage to the cylinder and piston
Always use a spark plug with an adequate heat rating
START UP PROCEDURE
Press the primer bulb 3 or 4 times to induce a small amount of fuel into the carburetor when the engine
is cold.
Check that the throttle is in the starting position (no intake or too much intake will hinder the starter
motor and cause problems in starting up the engine).
Ensure the contact is on “start” and that you are able to disconnect the circuit immediately, if necessary.
a)
To start manually: pull the manual recoil starter handle slowly until it begins to offer
resistance, then pull hard.
b)
To start electrically: following the instructions given above, press the start button until the
engine starts (press no more than 4 to 5 times, taking care not to overheat the starter motor).
After starting the engine, reduce the intake gradually and disengage the starter as soon as possible
(prolonged use of the starter may damage the motor).
If the engine does not start, check the fit of the spark plug caps and that the switch is on “start”. If
nothing still happens, remove and inspect the spark plugs.
If the spark plugs are damp, the engine is flooded. With the sparkplugs removed and ignition turned
off and throttle wide open crank the engine to discharge any excess fuel. Replace the spark plugs
after having dried it carefully and repeat the starting procedure.
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