Operator's Manual

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Maintenance
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Service
Interval
Maintenance Procedure
Each Use • Check the engine oil level.
5 Hours • Check the engine mounting fasteners. Tighten them if they are loose.
25 Hours • Clean the foam pre-cleaner of the air cleaner.
50 Hours
• Change the engine oil (without the oil filter).
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• Check for leaks in the fuel system and/or a deteriorating fuel hose. Replace
parts if necessary.
• Remove any debris from the belts.
100 Hours
• Change the oil filter.
• Inspect the spark plug and replace it if necessary.
• Replace the paper air filter.
• Clean the cooling system; remove any debris or dirt from the engine air cooling
fins and starter. Clean the system more frequently in dirty or high-chaff
conditions.
• Clean the fuel filter.
• Service the wheels.
300 Hours
• Replace the paper air filter. Replace it more frequently in dusty operating
conditions.
• Clean the combustion chamber–see engine manual
• Lap the valves
Storage
• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed or before storage.
• Refer to the storage procedures in the back of this manual.
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Change the engine oil after the first 8 operating hours.
Important Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures.
Caution
If you leave the wire on the spark plug, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously
injure you or other bystanders.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so
that it does not accidently contact the spark plug.