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MAITAINENCE
WARNING
Before cleaning , inspecting, or repairing the unit, make sure that the
engine has stopped and cooled down.
BLADE
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Check the blade and the fasteners for looseness, cracking, or bending
IMPORTANCE
When mounting the blade, make sure to fasten the spacer, washer and nut.
AIR CLEANER
Release the air cleaner cover and remove dusts,. In case the element is
dirty, carefully wash it with warm water containing neutral detergent, and
completely dry before refitting the element. If the element is deformed or
damaged, replace it with a new one.
IMPORTANTCE
Clogged air cleaner spoils engine performance. Also, operation with no
element or with deformed element causes irregular wear outs of the
engine mechanism.
FUEL FILTER
When the engine runs short of fuel supply, check the fuel strainer for blockage.
WAY OF COOLING AIR
This engine is air-cooled. Dust clogging between the inlet port of the
cooling air and cylinder fins will cause overheating of the engine.
Periodically check and clean the cylinder fins after removing the air
cleaner and the cylinder cover.
