VI. MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
WARNING!
Before any intervention on product, ensure the engine is stopped and cooled down.
Besides, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug to prevent accidental
engine starting.
CAUTION!
Use genuine parts only.
Reminder: In order to maintain the machine in good working condition, carry out regular
maintenance of the machine after each use and before storage. Any breach or inadequate
maintenance reduces the life of the machine and increases the risk of breakdowns and accidents.
6.1- Maintenance
Recommended check and clean
Item
Engine oil
Air filter
Spark plug
Flywheel brake pad
Idle speed
Valve clearance
Combustion chamber
Fuel line
Note:
(*) Replace engine oil every 25 hours if the machine is used under tough situation, such as high load or at high
ambient temperature.
#
(
) Cleaning frequently shall be increased if the machine is used in dusty environment.
^
(
) Replace the paper element only.
§
(
) Maintanence should be performed by local service dealer.
Blade sharpening/replacement
• Make sure the machine is completely stopped and spark plug wire is disconnected.
• Remove the hopper (1) by loosening the bolts.
• Release and remove the blade by removing the screws with suitable tool.
• Sharpen the blade or puchare a new blade from local dealer.
• Install and fix the blade by tightening the screws.
• Replace the hopper with tightening the bolts, connect the spark plug wire.
Engine oil replacement
• Make sure the engine is completely stopped and
cooled down slightly.
• Make sure the spark plug wire is disconnected.
• When the engine is still warm, remove the drain bolt,
then cmpletely drain the oil into a labelled container.
• Clean the drain bolt, then re-install the bolt.
Before
Maintenance
every use
Check level
x
Replace
Check
x
Clean
Replace
Check
Replace
Check
Check/adjust
Check/adjust
Clean
Check
25 hours or
5 hours or
every 3
first month
months
x
#
x (
)
Every 100 hours (
Every 2 years (
50 hours or
100 hours
every 6
or every
months
year
x (*)
^
x (
)
x
x
x
§
x (
)
§
x (
)
§
)
§
)
Fig. 9
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