Makita DCS 34 Owner's And Safety Manual

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30456789Replacing the spark plugCAUTION:Do not touch the spark plug or plug cap if the engine isrunning (high voltage).Switch off the engine before starting any maintenancework. A hot engine can cause burns. Wear protectivegloves!The spark plug must be replaced in case of damage to theinsulator, electrode erosion (burn) or if the electrodes are verydirty or oily.Remove the cover (see "Cleaning the air filter").Pull the plug cap (1) off the spark plug. Use only the combina-tion wrench supplied with the saw to remove the spark plug.Electrode gapThe electrode gap must be .020" (0.5 mm).1.020 "AChecking the ignition sparkPress the loosened spark (2) with the ignition cable firmlyconnected against the cylinder using insulated pliers (not nearthe spark plug opening).Press the combination switch (3) in the "I" position.Pull the starter cable hard.If the function is correct, an ignition spark must be visible nearthe electrodes.CAUTION: Use only the following spark plugs:NGK BPMR 7A.23BReplacing / cleaning the spark arrester screenThe spark arrester screen should be checked and cleanedregularly.Unscrew the muffler bolts (4) and carefully remove the muffler(5).NOTE: If the muffler gasket (6) is damaged, replace it.Unscrew screws (7) and remove the deflector (8) and the sparkarrester screen (9).CAUTION:Do not use sharp or pointed objects for screen cleaning.Damaged or misformed screen wires may result.Reassemble the spark arrester screen (9) and the deflector (8)and tighten the screws (7).Tighten muffler bolts (4) to 5.6 +0.07 ft. lbs. (8.0 +0.1 Nm).CSTOP