240.7 mm - 0.8 mm(0.028” - 0.032”)CHECKING THE SPARK PLUGOnly use the supplied universal wrench to remove or to install the spark plug.–The gap between the two electrodes of the spark plug should be 0.7 - 0.8 mm–(0.028” - 0.032”). If the gap is too wide or too narrow, adjust it. If the sparkplug is clogged or contaminated, clean it thoroughly or replace it.Place the plug cap properly as illustrated after checking.CAUTION: Never touch the spark plug connector while the engine is running(danger of high voltage electric shock).Gear caseGrease holeSUPPLY OF GREASE TO GEAR CASESupply grease (Shell Alvania 2 or equivalent) to the gear case through the–grease hole every 30 hours. (Genuine MAKITA grease may be purchasedfrom your MAKITA dealer.)CLEANING OF FUEL FILTERWARNING: INFLAMMABLES STRICTLY PROHIBITEDInterval of Cleaning and Inspection: Monthly (every 50 operating hours)Suction head in the fuel tankThe fuel filter (1) of the suction head is used to filter the fuel required by the–carburetor.A periodical visual inspection of the fuel filter is to be conducted. Open the–tank cap, use a wire hook and pull out the suction head through the tankopening. If the filter is hard or clogged up, replace it.Replace the fuel filter at least quarterly to ensure an enough fuel supply to the–carburetor. Otherwise an insufficient fuel supply will cause the engine startfailure and limited maximum speed.After checking, cleaning or replacing, fix the fuel filter onto the fuel pipe with–the hose clamp. Push the fuel filter in all the way to the bottom of the fueltank.Fuel filterFuel pipeHose clampFuel filter