
Maintenance
RPM Adjustments
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2-2 WM doc 12/7/23 Maintenance
DANGER! Batteries expel explosive gases. Keep sparks, flames, burning cigarettes, or other
ignition sources away at all times. Always wear safety goggles and a face shield when working
near batteries. Failure to do so will cause serious injury.
WARNING! Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.
2.7 RPM Adjustments
WARNING! Remove the blade before performing any engine service. Failure to do so may result
in serious injury.
Check the RPM with a tachometer every 200 hours of operation.
Before checking the RPM, make sure belt and brake strap tensions are correct. (See Sawmill Maintenance.)
Check oil, fuel, and coolant levels.
Check that the cable spring, cable guide, cable, and throttle brackets are aligned.
NOTE: It is important that the above components are aligned. Proper alignment allows any slack
in the cable (when engine is idling) to slide down into the cable spring. This maintains free opera-
tion of the cable and prevents the cable from kinking. Make sure the shoulder bolt does not rub
against the crankcase vent tube
1. Start the engine to measure the low-end RPM.
2. Refer to the engine manual to adjust the low-end RPM.
3. Engage the clutch handle to throttle the engine and measure the high-end RPM.
The high-end RPM is factory-set at 3600. Readjust the throttle cable if necessary to increase or reduce the high-end engine
speed.
The throttle cable should be tensioned just enough so that the engine revs as soon as the clutch/brake handle is engaged.
NOTE: A properly adjusted throttle will extend the cable spring 1/4” to 3/8” (6.4 - 9.5 mm) when
running and have a slight amount of slack in the cable when idling.
2.8 Miscellaneous Maintenance
Clean and inspect the spark arresters every 50 hours of operation. Replace if damaged.
CAUTION! Do not remove the plug wire to check for electrical spark. Damage to the ignition cir-
cuit will result.
Inspect the spark plugs every 100 hours of operation.
Remove any deposits and adjust gap if necessary.
Review the manufacturer's engine manual for maintenance intervals.
See engine manual for further information.
Engine High End RPM Low End RPM
G25 3600 1800