Use and Care Manual

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Maintenance
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
PROCEDURE
TIME
Engine Oil Check
Each Use
Replace Engine Oil
After Each 40 Hours of Use (For Initial Break in – After
First (1
st
) 10 Hours of Use
Air Cleaner Filter Check
Each Use
Air Cleaner Filter
Replacement
When Needed or After Every 50 Hours of Use
Air Cleaner Wash
When Needed
Spark Plug
When necessary or within 100 hrs of run time
Valve Clearance
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U s e
Fuel Tank
Replace Every 3 Years Based on Condition
OIL CHANGE PROCEDURES: Refer to Controls and Feature section for diagram. Periodic Maintenance of your
engine oil should be performed after each 40 hours of use of you Power Equipment Product. Check your engine
oil level prior to each use.
1. Start your engine and let it warm up to get the oil warm and thinner. Turn the engine On/OFF switch to
the “OFF” position. Turn Fuel Valve to the “OFF” position.
2. Remove the oil cap/dipstick by turning counter clockwise. Remove the oil drain plug located below the oil
cap/dipstick utilizing the appropriate tools.
USE CAUTION: THE OIL MAY BE HOT.
3. Drain the engine oil into an approved receptacle and discard in accordance with all Federal and State
Regulations. Never dump the used engine oil on the ground or into drains, only discard in an approved
manner. Check with your local authorities to determine the regulations in your area.