Operators Manual

Table Of Contents
VP 1340A/VP 1550A Maintenance
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5.5 Engine Oil
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5.5.1 Drain the oil while the engine is still warm.
5.5.2 Remove the oil filler plug (a) and the drain plug (b) to drain the oil.
Note: In the interests of environmental protection, place a plastic sheet
and a container under the machine to collect any liquid that drains off.
Dispose of this liquid in accordance with environmental protection
legislation.
5.5.3 Install the drain plug.
5.5.4 Fill the engine crankcase with the recommended oil up to the level of
the plug opening (c). See section Technical Data for oil quantity and
type.
5.5.5 Install the oil filler plug.
5.6 Adjusting Engine Speed
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Adjust to a full load speed of 3600 ± 100 rpm.
To adjust engine speed:
5.6.1 Place machine on a rubber test mat to prevent it from moving.
5.6.2 Start engine and allow it to warm up for a minute.
5.6.3 Turn throttle stop screw (a) in to increase speed, out to decrease
speed. Make sure throttle lever is touching stop screw before
measuring RPM.
NOTICE: Running plate at a speed higher than that listed in Technical
Data can damage both the plate and the engine.
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