- Honda Portable Generator Owner's Manual

4. Use the wrench supplied in the tool kit

remove the

spark plug.

5. Visually inspect the spark plug. Discard it if the insulator

is cracked or

chipped.

6. Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge.

The gap should be 0.9-1.0 mm (0.035-0.039 in). Correct as necessary by

bending the side electrode.

7. Attach the plug washer.

Thread the plug

in by hand to

prevent

cross-threading.

8. Tighten a new spark plug l/2 turn with the wrench to compress the washer.

If you are reusing a plug, it should only take l/8-1/4 turn after the plug

seats.

CAUTION:

The spark plug must be securely tightened. An improperly tightened plug

can become very hot and possibly damage the generator.

Never use a spark plug with an improper heat range.

PLUG

GAP

0.9-l .O mm

(0.035-0.039 inl