GENERAL INFORMATIONTune-Up ProcedureTUNE-UP PROCEDUREA “Tune-Up”, see the steps listed below, would normally be performed on relatively new engines brought in for minordifficulties. By performing these steps you will either be sure that the engine is functioning properly or will know what majorrepairs should be made.The steps are also covered in the Overhaul Procedure and will normally be performed as a part of the complete overhaul.STEPNO.1.Remove air cleaner, check for proper servicing.2.Check oil level and drain. (Clean fuel tank andlines if separate from carburetor).3.Remove blower housing, inspect rope andrewind assembly and starter clutch.4.Clean cooling fins and entire engine. Rockflywheel to check compression .5.Remove carburetor, disassemble and inspectfor wear or damage. Wash in solvent, replaceparts as necessary and assemble. Set initialadjustment .6.Inspect crossover tube or intake elbow fordamaged gaskets .7.Check governor blade, linkage and spring fordamage or wear, if mechanical also checkadjustment .8.Remove flywheel, check for seal leakage, bothflywheel and PTO sides. Check flywheel key.9.Remove breaker cover and check for propersealing.STEPNO.10.Inspect breaker points and condenser.Replace or clean and adjust. Check plunger .11.Check coil, inspect all wires for breaks,damaged insulation. Be sure lead wires do nottouch flywheel. Check stop switch and lead.12.Replace breaker cover, use sealer wherewires enter.13.Install flywheel, time engine if necessary. Setair gap. Check for spark with #19051 tester.14.Remove cylinder head, check gasket, removespark plug, and clean carbon, inspect valvesfor seating .15.Replace cylinder head, torque to specifiedtorque, set spark plug gap or replace plug ifnecessary .16.Replace oil and fuel, check muffler forrestrictions or damage .17.Adjust remote control linkage and cable ifused, for correct operation .18.Service air cleaner, check gaskets andelement for damage .19.Run and adjust mixture and top speed.31
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