How to Husqvarna st224 Spark Plug Replacement post will explain the steps by step process for your st224 snow blower spark plug replacement.
Replace the spark plug at the beginning of every season OR after 100 hours of operation, whichever comes first.
Do an inspection after 40 hours of operation.
If you are using LONG LIFE Spark Plugs do an inspection at the beginning of each season OR after 100 hours of operation, whichever comes first.
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First select the new spark plug.
F6RTC (Torch) Plug Recommended.
Cross Reference:
• NGK – BPR6ES
• Champion – RN11YC, RN9YC
• E3 – E3.22
Personally I bought the E3.22 spark plug.
NOTE:
• USING AN INCORRECT SPARK PLUG can cause engine damage.
• DO NOT check for sparks with spark plug removed
• DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed.
To ensure proper engine operation the spark plug must be free of deposits and properly gapped
Second we will have to prepare the tools needed.
• Ratchet
• 13/16″ Spark Plug Socket
• Drive extension
• Feeler gauge with 0.030″ (0.762mm) blade.
• Wrench
• Rag
Third … now we can start the SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT job.
Be sure to have the engine cool at this point.
Remove the Safety Ignition Key from slot.
Disconnect the spark plug boot from the spark plug and place the boot away from spark head.
Using the Ratchet, Drive extension and 13/16 Spark Plug Socket remove the spark plug by turning counter-clockwise.
Inspect the spark plug seat and be sure the OLD washer is on the plug you just removed.
Measure the plug gap on the NEW SPARK PLUG. HAS TO BE 0.030″ (0.762mm). Correct as necessary by bending side electrode.
Add a drop of oil on the spark plug thread.
Insert the NEW SPARK PLUG to the socket.
Thread the spark plug in by hand to avoid cross-threading until stops turning.
Using the Ratchet, Drive extension and 13/16 Spark Plug Socket tighten the spark plug. Tighten 1/4 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer.
When reinstalling a used spark plug tighten 1/8 – 1/4 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer.
DO NOT OVER-TIGHT the spark plug because you CAN DAMAGE THE THREAD IN THE CYLINDER HEAD.
A LOOSE SPARK PLUG CAN OVERHEAT AND DAMAGE THE ENGINE.
If the socket get stack on the spark plug use a wrench to release it by moving VERY SLOW upwards.
Reconnect the spark plug boot to the spark plug. Be sure the boot snaps in place securely.
Plug the Safety Ignition Key into the slot.
Move the snow blower OUTSIDE OF CLOSED SPACES and start the engine. Run it for 1minute. Check for an easy start and a smooth run.
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