Garland MULE 1162 NRQG, Instruction Manual

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Operation
Bef
ore each use
After
the
first
two
hours of use
Ever
y 25 hours
of use
Ever
y 50 hours
of use
Ever
y 100 hours
of use
Ever
y 300 hours
of use
First use of the
season
After the last use
of the season
Check that there are no loose parts •
Check the status of the milling cutters •
Check the oil level •
Change the engine oil • • • • •
Clean the air filter • • •
Check the spark plug • •
8.2.1. AIR FILTER
The dirt in the air cleaner will cause a reduction in the
performance of the machine. Check and clean this
element.
If you notice damage or alterations to the filter, replace
it with a new one.
CLEANING THE FILTER (according to the model)
Cartridge filter
The cartridge air filter is protected with a second
oiled foam filter. The foam filter can be cleaned in the
following way:
- Remove the protective cap from the filter.
- Remove the filter.
- Clean the filter with soapy water.
- Rinse the filter with clean water.
- Dry the filter.
- Once dry, moisten it with 2 drops of oil (if you wet
the filter with too much oil the machine cannot
start).
- Install the filter on the machine.
- Put on the protective cap.
If while cleaning the foam filter you detect that the
cartridge filter is too dirty, replace it with a new one.
Note: The engine should never function without
the air filter installed.
8.1.4. CHECKING THE GEARBOX
Check that there are no oil leaks. If any occur take
your machine in to a service technician.
8.2. PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Perform regular inspections of the machine in order to
ensure effective operation of the machine and prevent
risk of injury to machine and user. Replacement parts
should be purchased at the official service dealer.
The use of non-official spare parts may cause risk
of accident, injury to the user and scrapping of the
machine.
Perform maintenance frequently as indicated in the
following table: