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Maintenance (continued)
1
4
3
5
2
Care and Cleaning
7
Checking the air filter
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Remove the wing nut (1) and the washer (2).
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Remove the air filter cover (3) from the air filter base (5).
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Remove and inspect the air filter element (4).
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If the air filter element is dirty, replace it. Install a new filter
element. If the air filter element is clean, reinstall it.
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Reattach the air filter cover (3).
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Reattach the washer (2) and the wing nut (1). Do not
overtighten the wing nut as this maintenance process will be
repeated regularly. The wing nut (1) should be snug enough to
hold the air filter cover (3) in place.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
WARNING:
Disconnect, tag, and lock out the power
source, and then release all pressure from the system
before attempting to install, service, relocate, or
perform any maintenance
.
Operation
Daily
Weekly
Monthly
Every 3 Months
Check Oil Level
X
Drain Tank
X
Check Air Filter
X
Check Safety Valve
X
Clean Unit
X
Check Belt Tension
X
Change Oil
X
IMPORTANT:
Change the oil after the first fifty (50) hours of
operation. Then perform oil changes every three (3) months.
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Keep all surfaces clear of debris and dirt.
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Do not attempt to clean the unit while running. Turn off the
unit, disconnect it from the mains, and allow the unit to cool
down.
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Check the air filter weekly to see if it needs to be cleaned.
Remove the filter element. Use hot, soapy water to clean
the filter and allow the filter to dry before reinstalling and
returning the unit to active duty. Replace a filter that cannot
be cleaned.
