Maintenance
WARNING!
Before lubricating, repairing, or
inspecting, always stop the engine on the FLEX™
Power Base, and remove the key to prevent
unintended starting of the engine.
Engine
Refer to the FLEX™ Power Base’s Operators Manual for all engine
maintenance procedures and instructions.
Changing the Leaf Blower Drive Belt
In the rare instance that the leaf blower drive belt may need to be
replaced, follow these instructions to perform this task yourself:
WARNING!
Always turn off the FLEX™ Power Base
engine and remove the key prior to attempting to
perform any maintenance or uncoupling of the
power base from the attachment.
1.
Uncouple the FLEX™ Power Base from the FLEX™ Leaf Blower
Attachment, as per the instructions in the Operation section
of this manual.
2.
Remove the four tap screws that secure the top blower cover
as shown in Figure 5-1.
Figure 5-1
3.
Carefully work the belt off of the engine drive pulley as
shown in Figure 5-2.
Figure 5-2
4.
Remove the four upper tap screws that secure the mounting
frame bracket to the blower housing. See Figure 5-3.
Figure 5-3
Maintenance Schedule
Before
Each use
Every
8 Hours
Every
50 Hours
Every
200 Hours
Yearly
Prior
to Storing
Check clutch bumpers
P
Check engine oil level
P
P
Clean debris
P
Lube Pivot Points
P
P
Maintenance & Adjustments
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