Makita EK8100 Operator's And Safety Manual

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23Checking the ignition sparkInsert the combination tool (9) between the ventilation hood andcylinder only as shown in the illustration.CAUTION!Do not insert the combination tool into the spark plug hole,but make contact only with the cylinder (otherwise you maydamage the engine).Using insulated pliers, hold the spark plug (10) (unscrewed butwith the plug cap on) against the combination tool (away fromthe spark plug hole!).Switch the combination switch (11) to ”I”.Pull the starter cable hard.If the function is correct, an ignition spark must be visible nearthe electrodes.Replacing the suction headThe felt filter (13) of the suction head can become clogged. Itis recommended to replace the suction head once every threemonths in order to ensure unimpeded fuel flow to the carburetor.Unscrew the tank cap (12), pull the retainer out of the opening.Empty fuel tank.Use a wire hook to pull the suction out of the tank opening forreplacement.Caution: Do not allow fuel to come into contact with skin!Replacing 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 and hood. See Cleaning / changingthe air filter.Pull the plug cap (7) off the spark plug. Use only the combinationwrench supplied with the saw to remove the spark plug.CAUTION: To prevent damage to the decompression valve(8), when unscrewing the spark plug position the combi-nation tool in such a way that it does not impact the valve.Electrode gapThe electrode gap must be .020" (0.5 mm).0,5 mm78CAUTION: Use only BOSCH WSR 6F spark plug,CHAMPION RCJ-6Y or NGK BPMR 7A.1312