Makita EA3500F Operator's And Safety Manual

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39Checking the ignition sparkInsert combination tool between hood and cylinder as shown.CAUTION! Do not insert the combination tool into thespark plug hole! Make contact only with the cylinder (oth-erwise you might damage the engine).Using insulated pliers, press the unscrewed spark plug (9)against the combination tool (away from the spark plug hole)with the spark plug cap firmly on the plug.Put combination switch (10) in the ON position.Pull the starter cable hard.If the function is correct, an ignition spark must be visible nearthe electrodes.11 1213STOPReplacing 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 maintenance work.A hot engine can cause burns. Wear protective gloves!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 filter cover (see „Cleaning the air filter“).Pull the plug cap (8) off the spark plug. Use only the combinationwrench supplied with the saw to remove the spark plug.Electrode gapThe electrode gap must be .020" (0.5 mm).CAUTION: Use only the following spark plugs:NGK CMR7A-5.Checking the muffler screwsUnscrew 3 screws (11) and remove the upper half of the muf-fler (12).Note: For saw models with catalytic converters (EA3500F,EA4300F), remove the converter along with the upper mufflerhalf.The screws on the bottom muffler half (13) are now accessible,and it is possible to check them for tightness. If they are loose,tighten by hand (Caution: do not over-tighten).STOP8.020”(0,5 mm)910