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GENERAL INFORMATION & ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Repair and Service Manual
Read all of Section B and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to all Notes, Cautions and Warnings.
B
PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE
3
Check
Clean, Adjust, etc.
S
Replace
NOTE
:
Some maintenance items must be serviced more frequently on vehicles used under severe driving conditions
DAILY
BODY
3
Clean body components as required
REVERSE WARNING DEVICE
S
Check operation when direction selector is in reverse
TIRES
Examine for cuts, excessive wear and pressure (See GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS)
WHEELS
3
Check for bent rims, missing or loose lug nuts
FUEL GAUGE
3
Check for proper operation (at fueling), and fuel cap vent is free of dirt
ENGINE OIL
3
Check and refill engine oil
STARTER/GENERATOR BELT
3
Check for tension, wear, cracks
MONTHLY - 20 HOURS
(includes items listed in previous table & the following)
BATTERY
Clean battery & terminals with 1/4 cup (60 ml) baking soda to 1 1/2 gallons (6 liters)
water solution, rinse with clear water
3
Check charge condition and all connections
WIRING
3
Check all wiring for loose connections and broken/missing insulation
ACCELERATOR
3
Check for smooth movement - DO NOT LUBRICATE CABLE
SERVICE BRAKE
3
Check brake performance, smooth operation and adjust if required
PARKING BRAKE
3
Check brake performance and adjust if required
CHOKE CABLE
3
Check for smooth movement and adjustment - DO NOT LUBRICATE CABLE
CARBURETOR LINKAGE
3
Check attachment, adjust as required
DIRECTION SELECTOR
3
Check attachment, adjust as required
ENGINE
3
Check for unusual noise, vibration, acceleration, oil leaks
COOLING FAN
3
Check for build-up of foreign matter inside blower housing and fins, clean if required
STEERING ASSEMBLY
3
Check for abnormal play, tightness of all hardware
REAR AXLE
3
Check for leakage, add SAE 30 oil as required
QUARTERLY -
50 HOURS (includes items listed in previous tables & the following)
FRONT AXLE
3
Check for damage to axle and loose or missing hardware
FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS
3
Check for oil leakage and loose fasteners
FRONT SPRINGS
3
Check for loose hardware, cracks at attachments
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT
3
Check for unusual tire wear, align if required
PARKING (PARK) BRAKE
3
Check for bent/binding linkage rod
3
Check for damage or wear to latch arm or catch bracket
Lubricate, use light oil. DO NOT LUBRICATE CABLES OR BRAKE LATCH
REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS
3
Check for oil leakage, loose mounting hardware
ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
3
Check coil/spark plug wires for cracks/loose connections
FUEL SYSTEM
3
Check for leaks at tank, cap, lines, filters, pump, carburetor
3
Check fuel lines for cracks/deterioration
THROTTLE/GOVERNOR LINKAGE
3
Check operation and governed speed
Fig. 7 Periodic Service Schedule