SP1G CONCRETE SAW • OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #3 (09/07/17) — PAGE 29
GENERAL ENGINE CARE
Engine Check:
Check daily for any oil and/or fuel leakage, thread nut and
bolt tightness, and overall cleanliness.
Engine Oil:
Check daily. Inspect with blade removed and saw frame
level on a level surface. Keep the oil clean, and at the proper
servicing level.
DO NOT OVERFILL
.
Engine Oil Change:
Change engine oil after the first month or 20 hours of
operation, then every 3 months/or 50 hours of operation.
See Engine Owner’s Manual for detailed information.
Engine Tank and Strainer:
Clean every year or 300 hours.
Fuel Line:
Replace every two years or as necessary.
Spark Plug:
Clean/adjust every 6 months/or 100 hours. Replace every
year or 300 hours.
BLADE SHAFT BEARINGS LUBRICATION
Regular lubrication of various components of the SP1G
Saw is critical to ensure a reasonable service life.
Two zerk fittings are located at the lower-front area of
the saw. Lubricate before daily use. Use a good quality
automotive or general purpose grease. Check and lubricate
more often if unit is under heavy use. Do not overfill
bearings. Overfilling can damage the grease seals which
can result in bearing exposure to dirt and contaminants
which can then shorten the life of the bearings. Excess
grease can also drip onto the cutting surface.
ENGINE OIL CHANGE
Drain the used oil while the engine is warm by the following:
Refer to Figure 23.
1. Place an oil pan or suitable container below the engine
drain bolt to catch the used oil.
2. Remove the filler cap/dipstick, drain bolt, and sealing
washer.
3. Drain the oil completely and reinstall the drain bolt and
sealing washer. Make sure the drain bolt is tightened
securely.
4. Make sure the engine is in a level position and fill to the
outer edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended
oil (See Table 6). Engine oil capacity is 0.63 US quart
(0.60 liter).
5. Screw in the filler cap/dipstick securely.
Figure 23. Engine Oil Change
NOTICE
Dispose of used oil properly.
DO NOT
pour used oil on
the ground, down a drain, or throw in the trash. Used
oil can generally be taken to your local recycling center
or service station for reclamation.
CAUTION
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause
engine damage.
DRAIN
BOLT
SEALING
WASHER
OIL FILLER
DIPSTICK
MAINTENANCE
