Use and Care Manual

Maintenance
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10. Spin the pump on the high speed setting of the drill.
11. Ensure there are no kinks or obstructions in either hose.
NOTE: It may take up to 2 minutes to prime the pump.
12. After oil has begun to be pumped, allow the pump to draw out as much oil as possible to ensure all the oil is
removed.
13. A total of 2.5 (2.37L) to 3.5 (3.31L) quarts of oil should be removed from the system.
14. Remove the ¼ in. hose from the tank and allow the drain pump to drain the oil out of it.
15. Apply a light coating of new oil to the gasket of the new oil filter.
16. Screw the new oil filter on by hand until the filter gasket contacts the oil filter adapter.
17. By hand, tighten the new oil filter ¾ to one full turn more.
18. Refill the oil tank with the proper recommended oil. Do not fill above the full mark on the dipstick.
19. Start the engine, run for 1 minute and check for leaks.
20. Shutdown the engine and allow it to sit for a minimum of 10 minutes.
21. Recheck the oil level. Add oil as need indicated on the dipstick.
NOTE: Dispose of used engine oil and oil filter at a proper collection center.
Figure 4-9. Dipstick and Oil Filter Location
4.7 — Schedule B Maintenance
NOTE: Perform Schedule B maintenance every four years or after 1000 hours of service, whichever comes
first. Before proceeding below, first perform all tasks listed under Schedule A Maintenance.
4.7.1— Replace Engine Air Filter
1. Remove unit from service. See Subsection 4.4 —Remove From Service.
2. Disengage cover clip and remove air cleaner cover. See A of Figure 4-10.
3. Remove air filter and discard.
4. Thoroughly clean the air cleaner cover and housing of dust and dirt.
5. Install new air filter. See B of Figure 4-10.
6. Install air cleaner cover and engage cover clip.