Spark Arrestor
Failure to heed the following warnings while servicing the spark arrestor could result in serious injury or death.
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Do not perform service on the spark arrester while the system is hot. Allow components to cool sufficiently before proceeding.
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Wear eye protection and gloves.
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Never operate without the spark arrestor.
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Never run the engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
To remove accumulated carbon, clean the spark arrestor at the intervals recommended in the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
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Remove the bolt 1 and nut from the spark arrestor 2. Remove the spark arrestor from the end of the muffler.
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Use a non-synthetic brush to clean the arrestor screen. A synthetic brush may melt if components are warm. If necessary, blow debris from the screen with compressed air.
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Inspect the screen for wear and damage. Replace the arrestor if damage is found.
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Reinstall the arrestor.
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Torque the bolt and nut to specification.
Spark Arrestor Bolt
10 ft-lbs (14 N·m)