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Changing the Engine Oil and
Filter
Change the oil and filter initially after the first 8 hours
of operation, thereafter change the oil every 50 hours
and the filter every 100 hours.
1. Remove the drain plug and let oil flow into a
drain pan. When oil stops flowing, install the
drain plug.
Figure 30
1. Drain plug
2. Oil filter
2. Remove the oil filter. Apply a light coat of clean
oil to the new filter gasket.
3. Screw the filter on by hand until the gasket
contacts the filter adapter, then tighten 1/2 to 3/4
turn further. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN.
4. Add oil to the crankcase, refer to CHECK
ENGINE OIL.
5. Dispose of oil properly.
Servicing the Air Cleaner
Service the air cleaner foam pre-cleaner after every 50
operating hours and the air cleaner cartridge after
every 100 operating hours. More frequent cleaning is
required when operating in dusty or dirty conditions.
1. Release the locking clips and remove the air
cleaner cover. Clean the cover thoroughly.
Figure 31
1. Air cleaner cover
2. Remove the wing nut securing the elements to
the air cleaner body.
3. If the foam element is dirty, remove it from the
paper element. Clean thoroughly.
Figure 32
1. Foam element
2. Paper element
A. WASH the foam element in a solution of
liquid soap and warm water. Squeeze to
remove dirt, but do not twist because the
foam may tear.
B. DRY by wrapping the element in a clean
cloth. Squeeze the cloth and foam element
to dry.
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Before servicing or making adjustments to the
machine, stop the engine and remove the key from
the switch.
CAUTION
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