AL-KO 127325, Manual

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Maintenance and care
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Daily inspections and maintenance tasks
Carry out the following maintenance tasks regularly, so that your machine has a long working life, and
to avoid damage to the machine.
Before use:
Check the machine for loose bolts and missing parts. Ensure in particular that the bolts of the cutting
knives are tightened correctly.
Confirm that the cooling air passages and cylinder fins are not blocked. Clean these when required.
Clean the fuel tank, and check for leaks and for foreign bodies in the tank.
After use:
Clean the hedge trimmer externally, and check it for damage.
Clean the air filter. If you are working under very dusty conditions, clean the filter several times each
day.
Check the cutting knives for damage, and ensure that they are correctly mounted.
Maintenance schedule
– Throttle lever Confirm correct functioning After every refuelling
– ON/OFF switch Confirm correct functioning
– Motor Visual inspection for damage and firm fit
– Bolts and nuts Confirm general state and tight fit
– Air filter Clean
– Cooling air duct Clean
– Cutting equipment Check for damage and sharpness
– Idling speed Inspect (cutting equipment must not move)
Before every use
– Fuel tank Inspect and clean
– Transmission housing Lubrication Every 50 hours
– Spark plug Inspect, and replace if necessary
Every year – Fuel pipe Replace
Every two years – Tank cap Replace
– Fuel tank Empty and clean
– Carburettor Run the motor until the fuel has been fully
consumed.
Before long-term sto-
rage
– Suction head Replace