MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Use the bottle and
CHECKING THE OIL LEVEL
spout saved from
CAUTION:
To prevent extensive engine wear
and damage to the unit, always maintain the
proper oil level in the crankcase.
initial use to
measure the correct
amount of oil. The
top of the label on
the bottle measures
approximately 3/8
Cups: 3.04 fl. oz.
The importance of checking and maintaining the proper oil
level in the crankcase cannot be overemphasized. Check oil
before each use:
(90
ml) (Fig. 41).
1.
2.
Stop the engine and allow oil to drain into the crankcase.
Check the level,
See Checking the
Oil Level. If the level
is low, add a small
amount of oil and
recheck. Do not
overfill (Fig. 38).
Place the engine on a flat, level surface with the cutting
head shield hanging off a work bench or table to get a
proper oil level reading (Fig. 37).
Fig. 40
6.
7.
Replace the oil fill plug.
Reconnect the spark plug boot.
Fig. 37
Fill Level
3.
Keep dirt, grass clippings and other debris out of the
engine. Clean the area around the dipstick before
removing it.
4.
5.
Remove the oil fill plug.
Look into the oil fill hole, use a flashlight if needed. The oil
should be just touching the inner most thread (Fig. 38).
6.
If the oil level is not touching the inner most thread on the
oil fill hole, add a small amount of oil to the oil fill hole and
recheck (Fig. 38). Repeat this procedure until the oil level
reaches the inner most thread on the oil fill hole.
Fig. 41
NOTE: Do not overfill the unit.
NOTE: Make sure the O-ring is in place on the oil fill plug
when checking and changing the oil (Fig. 39).
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
To avoid serious personal injury,
always turn the unit off and allow it to cool before
you clean or service it.
Oil Fill Plug
Cleaning the Air Filter
O-Ring
Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation. It is
an important item to maintain. Failure to maintain your air filter
properly can result in poor performance or can cause
permanent damage to your engine.
Oil Fill Hole
MaxOil Fill Line
Fig. 39
Fig. 38
1.
Open the air filter cover. Push the tab on the under side of
the cover inward. Then pull the air filter cover out and up.
(Fig. 42).
CHANGING THE OIL
For a new engine, change the oil after the first 10 hours of
operation. Change the oil while the engine is still warm. The oil
will flow freely and carry away more impurities.
2.
Remove the air filter (Fig. 42).
Air Filter Cover
1.
Unplug spark plug boot to prevent accidental starting.
WARNING:
handling unit.
Air Filter
Wear gloves to prevent injury when
2.
3.
Remove the oil fill plug.
Pour the oil out of the oil fill hole and into a container by
tipping the unit to a vertical position (Fig. 40). Allow ample
time for complete drainage.
4.
5.
Wipe up any oil residue on the unit and clean up any oil
that may have spilled. Dispose of the oil according to
Federal, State and local regulations.
Refill the crankcase with 3/8 Cups: 3.04 fl. oz. (90 ml) of
SAE 30 SF, SG, SH oil.
Tab
Fig. 42
3.
Wash the filter in detergent and water (Fig. 43). Rinse the
filter thoroughly and allow it to dry.
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