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Float Level (On Vehicle)

  1. Operate engine until choke is fully open. Install Float Gauge (J-34935-1) in vent slot. See Fig 1 . Allow gauge to float freely. DO NOT  press downward on float gauge or float damage may occur.
  2. Observe indicator mark in relation to top of casting. This reading should be with 2/32" of float level specification. See appropriate CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONSS table under SPECIFICATIONS  at end of article.
  3. Remove air horn and adjust float level if not within specification. See FLOAT LEVEL under ADJUSTMENTS  in this article.
Fig 1: Checking Float Level (On Vehicle)
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