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Yamaha EF3000iSE — Muffler Screen and Spark Arrester Cleaning

Maintenance · Muffler screen / spark arrester

For the Yamaha EF3000iSE, from the Yamaha owner's manual.

Before you start

  • Engine and muffler will be very hot; avoid touching.
  • Use the wire brush lightly to avoid damaging or scratching.

Procedure

  1. Remove cover and heat-protection cover.
  2. Remove muffler cap and muffler screen.
  3. Pry spark arrester out from muffler with flathead screwdriver.
  4. Remove the spark arrester.
  5. Remove carbon deposits using a wire brush.
  6. Check screen and arrester; replace if damaged.
  7. Install spark arrester aligning projection with hole in muffler pipe.
  8. Install muffler screen and muffler cap.

Tools required

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Source: Yamaha owner's manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.

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