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VI.
MAINTENANCE, STORAGE AND TROUBLESHOOTING
Before any intervention on product, ensure that motor is off. And cooled off.
Ensure that pump is kept away from fire.
6.1- General Product Maintenance
Clean plastic parts with a soft clean cloth.
Do not use aggressive cleansers (solvents or abrasive cleansers), abrasive sponge or sharp objects.
Do not put or immerse product in water or any other liquid.
Use only genuine parts or their equivalent for maintenance or repair. Replacement parts which are
not of equivalent quality may damage the pump.
NOTE: 1. Service more frequently when used in dusty areas.
2. The pump should only be serviced by an authorized dealer.
6.2- Specific Maintenance
6.2.1- Changing the oil
Tip: drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and
complete draining.
1. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick (9) and the oil drain screw (8) to
drain the oil.
Tip: tilt slightly the pump to thoroughly drain the oil
2. Reinstall the oil drain screw (8) and tighten securely.
3. Refill with the recommended oil to the specified level (see 3.5.1 and
3.5.2)
Fig.21
Remark: Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment.
We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your local recycling centre or service station for
recycling. Do not throw it in the rubbish, or pour it in the gutter or in the environment.
6.2.2- Air filter
A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor. To prevent carburettor malfunction,
service the air cleaner regularly. Service more frequently when operating the pump in extremely
dusty areas.
WARNING! Never use gasoline or low flash point solvents for cleaning the air cleaner element. A
fire or explosion could result.
NOTICE: Never run the engine without the air cleaner. Rapid engine wear will result from
contaminants, such as dust and dirt being drawn into the engine.
1. Unscrew the wing nut (c), remove the air filter cover (e) and
remove the foam element (d).
2. Wash the foam element (d) in gasoline or wash in
non-flammable or high flash point solvent. Allow the element
to dry thoroughly.
3. Soak the foam element (d) in clean engine oil and squeeze
out the excess oil.
Fig.22
Note: The engine will smoke during initial start-up if too much oil is left in the element.
4. Clean air filter compartment (b) by tapping it or blowing with air compressed air.
5. Reinstall the foam element (d) and close the cover (e).
