McCulloch SUPERLITE 4528 Manuel D'utilisation page 11

To clean the cooling system
The cooling system keeps the engine temperature
down. The cooling system includes the cooling fins on
the cylinder (A), the cylinder cover (B) and the air intake
through the crankcase (C).
(Fig. 30)
CAUTION: The air intake between the fuel
tank and crankcase is easily blocked by
leaves. Clean the air intake fully.
1. Clean the cooling system with a brush weekly or
more frequently if it is necessary.
2. Make sure that the cooling system is not dirty or
blocked.
To examine the spark plug
CAUTION: Always use the recommended
spark plug type. Incorrect spark plug type
can cause damage to the product.
• Examine the spark plug if the engine is low on
power, is not easy to start or does not operate
correctly at idle speed.
• To decrease the risk of unwanted material on the
spark plug electrodes, obey these instructions:
a) Make sure that the idle speed is correctly
adjusted.
b) Make sure that the fuel mixture is correct.
c) Make sure that the air filter is clean.
• If the spark plug is dirty, clean it and make sure that
the electrode gap is correct, refer to
on page 13 . (Fig. 31)
• Replace the spark plug if it is necessary.
To clean the air filter
Clean the air filter regularly from dirt and dust. This
prevents carburetor malfunctions, starting problems,
loss of engine power, wear to engine parts and more
fuel consumption than usual.
1. Remove the air filter cover (A). (Fig. 32)
2. Remove the air filter (B) from the filter frame.
3. Clean the air filter with warm soap water.
CAUTION: An air filter that is used for a
long time cannot be fully cleaned.
Replace the air filter regularly and
always replace a defective air filter.
4. Make sure that the air filter is dry.
5. Apply oil to the air filter. Refer to
air filter on page 11 .
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To apply oil to the
6. Clean the inner surface of the air filter cover. Use
compressed air or a brush.
To apply oil to the air filter
CAUTION: Always use McCULLOCH
special air-filter oil. Do not use other types of
oil.
WARNING: Put on protective gloves. The
air-filter oil can cause skin irritation.
1. Put the air filter in a plastic bag.
2. Put the oil in the plastic bag.
3. Rub the plastic bag to supply the oil equally across
the air filter.
4. Push the unwanted oil out of the air filter while in the
plastic bag. (Fig. 33)
To lubricate the gear housing
• Use McCULLOCH special grease. Speak to your
servicing dealer for more information about
recommended grease.
• Add the grease through the lubricant filler cap on the
gear housing. (Fig. 34)
CAUTION: Do not fill the gear housing fully.
To clean and lubricate the blades
1. Clean the blades from unwanted materials before
and after you use the product.
2. Lubricate the blades before long periods of storage.
Note: Speak to your servicing dealer for more
information about recommended cleaning agents and
lubricants.
To examine the blades
1. Remove the lubricant filler cap on the gear housing.
2. Make sure that the blades move freely. Put the
combination wrench in the gear housing and turn
clockwise and counterclockwise. (Fig. 35)
3. Examine the edges of the blades for damages and
deformation.
4. Use a file to remove burrs on the blades.
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