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9) When the machine is to be stored for a long time exceeding 5
months, remove gasoline from the engine.
10) Engine maintenance schedule
To keep the engine in satisfactory status at all times, be sure to
conduct maintenance and inspection according to the following
table:
9.Maintenance Schedule
8. Precautions for engine operation
For the engine, refer to the engine operation manual.
1) Use gasoline for automobiles as the fuel of the engine.
2) Completely change engine oil when the machine has been used for
eight hours after the initial operation, because the machine is used
under tough conditions with vibration and dust, and change oil every
50 hours after that. The quantity of engine oil is 0.6 dm3 (0.6L). Use
SAE30.
3) Always cover the suction port of the air cleaner with a cleaner cover
bag during operation. Be sure to clean the air cleaner element
before using the machine.
4) Fire is strictly prohibited during fuel supply. Be careful of a lit
cigarette. Replenish the fuel tank outdoors after the stopped engine
has been cooled. Wipe off the spilt fuel completely.
5) Do not start the engine in a building without a proper ventilator.
6) The muffler and the area around the exhaust port of the muffler will
become hot. Do not bring gasoline, matches, dry grass, or other
inflammables near hot portions.
7) Inspection before operation
Check the joint of fuel pipe, etc. for looseness or damage. Check
bolts and nuts in respective sections for looseness.
8) Wear appropriate clothes. An apron, towel on the belt, long string,
etc. will cause you to be caught in rotating parts.
DANGER
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
Engine
Maintenance
Cleaning of each part/inspection of tightening
Inspection and addition of fuel
Inspection and cleaning of air cleaner
Inspection and addition of engine oil
Engine oil change
Main unit
Maintenance
Inspection and cleaning of recoil starter dust proofing net
Cleaning of each part/inspection of tightening
Inspection and adjustment of blade engagement
Inspection and adjustment of mowing height
Greasing and oiling
Removal of mown grass and dust
Before use
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Every 8hr
Every 8hr
Every 10hr
Every 10hr
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Every 50hr
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Every 50hr
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only after the
initial operation
