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Lubricating the blade (
Fig. 17
)
During trimming, sap adhering to the blade edge will
increase load. Use machine oil (or bicycle oil or the like)
to lubricate the blade and wipe the blade with a cloth. To
prevent the blade from rusting, be sure to lubricate the blade
after use and when it will not be used for an extended period
of time before placing it in the blade case.
Gear case (Fig. 18)
Re
fi
ll the grease about every 20 hours of operation.
Fill a quality lithium based grease about 3g from the grease
nipple on the side of gear case (indicated by an arrow) using
a commercially available cartridge grease gun.
CAUTION
Before attempting inspection or maintenance of the gear
case, make sure the gear case has cooled.
For long-term storage
Drain all fuel from the fuel tank. Start and let engine run until
it stops. Repair any damage which has resulted from use.
Clean the unit with a clean rag, or the use of high pressure
air hose. Put a few drops of two-cycle engine oil into the
cylinder through the spark plug hole, and spin the engine
over several times to distribute oil.
Cover the unit and store it in a dry area.
Maintenance schedule
Below you will
fi
nd some general maintenance instructions.
For further information please contact Tanaka dealer.
Daily maintenance
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Clean the exterior of the unit.
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Check the blade guide and protection plate (if so
equipped) for damage or cracks. Change them in case
of impacts or cracks.
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Check that the cutting blade is sharp, and without cracks.
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Check that the blade
fi
xing nuts is su
ffi
ciently tightened.
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Make sure that the blade case is undamaged and that it
can be securely
fi
tted.
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Check that nuts and screws are su
ffi
ciently tightened.
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Check that the unit is undamaged and free of defects.
Weekly maintenance
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Check the starter, especially cord and return spring.
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Clean the exterior of the spark plug.
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Remove the spark plug and check the electrode gap.
Adjust it to 0.6 mm, or change the spark plug.
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Check that the air intake at the starter is not clogged.
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Check gear case is
fi
lled with grease.
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Clean the air
fi
lter.
Monthly maintenance
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Rinse the fuel tank with gasoline.
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Clean the exterior of the carburetor and the space
around it.
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Clean the fan and the space around it.
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