General Maintenance; Blade Sharpening; Periodic Maintenance; Air Filter - Garland TEXEL 517 GB Manuel D'instructions

The removal of security devices, an improper
maintenance, the substitution of elements with non
original elements can cause corporal damages.
8.1. CARE AND MAINTENANCE AFTER USE
Carry out the following operations when you have
finished the work to ensure that the machine is kept in
a perfect condition.

8.1.1. GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Keep clean the machine, especially the fuel tank area
and areas near the air filter.
Maintain your machine clean and in good conditions.
Clean the covers with a humid towel. Never use petrol
or other flammable products to clean the machine.

8.1.2. BLADE SHARPENING

Blade sharpening should be done in an authorized
after sales. Do not sharpen the blade by yourself. The
blade must be sharpened guaranteeing the correct
angle and equilibrium of the blade. Sharpening if not
an expert can cause excessive vibrations that could
cause damages to the machine and will make the use
of the machine very uncomfortable to the end user.
Be careful when checking the state of the blade,
remember that although the engine has stopped the
blades can be moved manually.

8.2. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

Make periodic inspections of the machine to ensure
that the machine is correct.
For a thorough inspection take the machine to your
dealer.
Use only suitable spares to get a proper performance
for this machine. This replacement can be found on
the official distributor of the machine. Using other
sparks may causes risks, damage to the user or
people around the machine.
Carry out maintenance work based on the following
table:
Operation
deposits

Air filter

Petrol filter
Spark plug
Cylinder fins
To grease the
Gearbox
8.2.1. AIR FILTER
The dirt in air filter will cause a reduction in machine
performance.
Check and clean this element. If you notice damage or
alterations replace it with a new filter.
To clean the filter:
1. Remove the protecting cover.
2. Remove the filter.
3. The dust accumulated on the outside of the filter
can be removed using your hands or against a
hard object.
4. Clean the filter with soapy water.
5. Rinse the filter with abundant water.
6. Allow the filter to dry.
7. Once dry, place two drops of oil (do not put too
much oil as otherwise the machine will not start).
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