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• Using a dry cloth, remove any dirt from the chassis, particularly in areas where safety stickers
have been placed. (Do not use a cleaning agent that will remove paint or stickers)
•
Any stickers that are no longer legible must be replaced. Original stickers can be purchased from
your ELIET dealer.
• Compressed air is a handy tool to easily blow-clean certain parts.
• A steamer may be used for cleaning, provided that the stream of water is not be overly pointed
at bearings, protection covers and filler caps. Water is the number one cause of rust and this
must be avoided at all times. Allow the engine to cool down properly before treating it with
water.
• A vacuum cleaner is an efficient tool for removing dirt even if it is located in hard-to-reach
locations.
Warning:
Should removing the protective cover be required for performing maintenance,
make sure to replace it correctly when you are done. Safeguards are there to
protect you.
11.4 Routine check prior to any operation
11.4.1 Visual inspection
Check that no parts have been deformed, that welded seams are not cracked and that parts are
not excessively loose. If problems are found, carry out the necessary repairs first. Check that the
machine is running at the correct rpm (3200 rpm). (An rpm counter can be obtained from your
ELIET dealer.) Never attempt to change the default settings of the engine.
11.4.2 Checking the engine's oil level
Refer to the part 'Engines' under § 6 – ‘Main Machine Parts’ for possible positions of the oil
dipstick and the oil drainage and drain plugs.
• Take a clean cloth.
• Pull the dipstick from the filler opening.
• The oil level will usually be hard to read immediately. Clean the dipstick and put it back into the
filler opening. Do not tighten it.
• After pulling it out again you will get an accurate reading of the oil level.
• The oil sticking to the dipstick should be between the minimum and maximum mark.
If the oil level is too low, it can be filled via the oil filler. Use recommended oil only. Do not add too
much oil at once and check the oil level regularly.
