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MAINTENANCE
Change the engine oil after every 25 hours of operation.
Storage
Take the following steps if storing the machine for longer periods:
1.
Drain the petrol from the tank.
2.
Remove the spark plug and add a teaspoon of oil.
3.
Turn the engine and fit the spark plug.
WARNING! The stop switch must be set to "OFF” during this procedure. Otherwise there is a risk
of damage to the ignition coil.
4.
The machine must be covered and stored in a dry place.
5.
Make sure that there is no water in the pump housing when stored below freezing.
Troubleshooting
Fault
Causes
Action
The engine will not
start.
Check that the fuel cock is not
open.
Run out of fuel.
Choke in the wrong position.
Faulty spark plug.
Open the fuel cock.
Fill up with fuel.
Set the switch to “ON”.
Set in the correct position.
Clean or replace the spark plug.
The engine runs
unevenly.
Faulty spark plug.
Choke in the wrong position.
Contaminated fuel.
Clean or replace the spark plug.
Set in the correct position.
Replace the fuel.
