Stone Mud Buggy FB1000, Operator'S Manual

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MUD BUGGY
Maintenance
STORAGE
If equipment is taken out of operation for the Winter season or a prolonged period, follow
below procedures to prevent machine or engine damage.
1. Clean the unit completely.
2. Drain the fuel system and fill it with preservative fuel. If preservative fuel is not
used, the system can be kept full with normal fuel but the fuel must be drained and
discarded at the end of the storage period.
3. Operate the engine until it is warm. Stop the engine and change the engine oil.
4. Operate the engine for a short period in order to circulate the lubricating oil.
5. Disconnect and remove the battery. Put the battery into safe storage in a fully
charged condition. Before the battery is put into storage, protect its terminals
against corrosion. Grease may be used on the terminals.
6. Remove the air filter. Seal the vent pipe of the fuel tank or the fuel filler cap with
waterproof tape.
SPRING START-UP
1. Drain engine preservative oil and fill with normal engine oil. Check engine oil
level.
2. If fuel preservative was not used, drain and replace fuel.
3. Charge battery and install.
4. Check air filter.
5. Check hydraulic oil level.
6. Check hardware for looseness. If loose, tighten according to torque chart.
7. Check hoses for looseness or leaking.
8. Reacquaint yourself with Operations and Owner’s Manuals.