Kärcher PROCHEM Peak GTX2, Operating Instructions Manual

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Maintenance
DO NOT service this unit while it is running. The
high-speed mechanical parts as well as high
temperature components may result in severe
injury, severed limbs, or fatality.
NE PAS effectuer l'entretien de cet appareil pendant
qu'il est en marche. Les pièces mécaniques à haute
vitesse de même que les composants à haute
température pourraient causer des blessures
graves, des amputations ou la mort.
NOTE: Use the hour meter as a guide for
coordinating the maintenance schedule.
Engine
(Refer to engine manufacturer's manual for specific
maintenance instructions)
1. Check the engine oil level daily , when in use.
Make certain that proper oil level is maintained.
NEVER overfill.
2. Change the break-in oil after the first 25 hours of
operation. Thereafter, change oil and filter every
100 hours of operation. USE ONLY ENGINE
MANUFACTURER’S BRAND OIL FILTERS.
USING ANY OTHER TYPE OIL FILTER WILL
VOID YOUR ENGINE WARRANTY.
Oil Recommendation. See "ENGINE OIL REQUIRE-
MENTS" in Operations section.
NOTE: Using less than service class SF or SG oil or
extending oil change intervals longer than
recommended can cause engine damage.
Engine oil capacity including filter is approximately 1.7 -
1.9 quarts.
3. Re-torque the manifold and exhaust tube nuts,
cylinder head bolts, and carburetor attaching nuts
after the
first 200 hours of use.
4. Check the spark plugs every 200 hours . Clean if
necessary. Replace the spark plugs every 1000
hours.
NOTE: Never sandblast spark plugs. Spark plugs
should be cleaned by scraping or wire brushing.
5. Clean the air cleaner element every 200 hours .
Replace the element every 2400 hours
6. Check the engine idle RPM every 200 hours and
adjust, if necessary. NEVER adjust engine RPM
without a tachometer. Refer to Kohler Engine
Operation and Service Manual.
7. Check the coolant level in the radiator overflow
container
daily . If no coolant is seen, remove the
cap and add coolant. Change the coolant with a
50:50 coolant to water ratio every
1000 hours .
50:50 mixture guards against corrosion.
8. Replace the in-line gas filter yearly.
NOTE: For additional engine service information,
obtain the engine manufacturer’s manual from any
authorized service center. If service or repair is
required, contact an authorized engine
manufacturer’s service center. You will need to
provide the serial number of the engine.
86411120 Manual Operators - Peak GTX2 Prochem