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Maintenance Schedule
Tasks
F
irst 5 Hrs
. Each Use or
Ever
y 5 Hr
s.
Every Season
or 25 Hrs.
Every Season
or 5
0 Hr
s.
Every Season
or 1
00
H
rs.
Service Dates
Check engine oil
Change engine oil
Check spark plug
Service spark plug
Clean exhaust area
WARNING!
To prevent accidental start-up, shut off
the engine and remove the ignition key before
performing any type of engine maintenance.
Periodic inspection and adjustment of the engine is essential if
high level performance is to be maintained. Regular maintenance
will also ensure a long service life. The required service intervals
and the type of maintenance to be performed are described
in the table below. Follow the hourly or calendar intervals,
whichever occur first. More frequent service is required when
operating in adverse conditions.
Oil Recommendations
When adding oil to the engine, refer to the viscosity chart
below (Fig. 7-1). Engine oil capacity is 600 ml (approx. 20
oz.). Do not over-fill. Use a 4-stroke, or an equivalent high
detergent, premium quality motor oil certified to meet or
exceed U.S. automobile manufacturer’s requirements for service
classification SG, SF. Motor oils classified SG, SF will show this
designation on the container.
CAUTION:
DO NOT use nondetergent oil or
2-stroke engine oil. It could shorten the engine’s
service life.
Changing Engine Oil
NOTE:
Check the oil level before each use and after every five
hours of operation to be sure the correct oil level is maintained.
Refer to Checking Oil Level in the Assembly & Set-Up Section.
Place a suitable oil collection container under the oil drain
1.
plug.
Remove the oil drain plug, Figure 7-2.
2.
Tip the engine to drain oil into the container. Used oil must
3.
be disposed of at a proper collection center.
Reinstall the drain plug and tighten it securely.
4.
Refill with the recommended oil and check the oil level,
5.
refer to Assembly & Set-Up Section for instructions.
Figure 7-1
5W-30
0W-30
(°f)
(°C)
-40°
-20°
0°
20°
40°
-30°
-20°
-10°
0°
0W-30
5W-30
Synthetic
Oil Plug
Figure 7-2
Engine Maintenance
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