Periodic maintenance and adjustment
NOTICE
• In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not mix
any chemical additives. Do not
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use oils with a diesel specification
of "CD" or oils of a higher quality
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than specified. In addition, do not
use oils labeled "ENERGY CONSER-
VING II" or higher.
• Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
8. Start the engine, and then let it idle for
several minutes while checking it for oil
leakage. If oil is leaking, immediately turn
the engine off and check for the cause.
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After the engine is started, the engine oil
level warning light should go off if the oil
level is sufficient.
NOTICE
• In order to prevent clutch slip-
page (since the engine oil also
lubricates the clutch), do not mix
any chemical additives. Do not
use oils with a diesel specification
of "CD" or oils of a higher quality
than specified. In addition, do not
use oils labeled "ENERGY CONSER-
VING II" or higher.
• Make sure that no foreign mate-
rial enters the crankcase.
9. Turn the engine off, wait a few minutes
until the oil settles, and then check the oil
level and correct it if necessary.
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Air filter element
The air filter element must be replaced
at the intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Have a Benelli dealer replace the air filter
element.
Checking the engine idling speed
Check the engine idling speed by a Benelli
dealer.
Engine idling speed:
1300-1500 r/min.