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5 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
•
Follow ALL the operating, maintenance and
safety information in the manual�
• Support the machine with blocks or safety
stands when working beneath it�
• Follow good shop practices�
- Keep service area clean and dry�
- Be sure electrical outlets and tools are
properly grounded�
- Use adequate light for the job at hand�
• Make sure there is plenty of ventilation�
Never operate the engine of the towing
vehicle in a closed building� The exhaust
fumes may cause asphyxiation�
• Use only tools, jacks and hoists of sufficient
capacity for the job�
• Make sure all guards are in place and
properly secured when maintenance work
is completed�
• Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away
from moving or rotating parts�
• Clear the area of bystanders, especially
small children, when carrying out any main-
tenance and repairs or making any adjust-
ments�
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
5.1 SERVICE
5.1.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
1�
Engine Oil:
refer to the engine manufacturer's manual for
maintenance and service information
2�
Grease:
Use an SAe multi-purpose high temperature
grease with extreme pressure (eP) perform-
ance� Also acceptable is an SAe multipurpose
lithium base grease�
3�
Engine Gasoline:
Use a standard automotive unleaded gasoline
for all operating conditions�
Fuel tank capacity:
5�0 HP Honda GC160 1�8 L
5�5 HP Honda GX160 3�6 L
6�0 HP Honda GC190 1�8 L
6�5 HP Honda GX200 3�6 L
9�0 HP Honda GX270 6�0 L
4�
Hydraulic Fluid Capacities:
Use a Dexron 3 Automatic Transmission Fluid�
Model
Capacity
WX510, 515, 520
11 litres
WX530, 540, 630, 640
13 litres
WX610, 615, 620
11 litres
WX910
16 litres
WX950
20 litres
WX980
17 litres
WX920, 930, 960, 970
20 litres
5�
Storing Lubricants:
Your machine can operate at top efficiency only
if clean lubricants are used� Use clean contain-
ers to handle all lubricants� Store them in an
area protected from dust, moisture and other
contaminants�
5.1.2 GREASING
Use the Maintenance Checklist provided to keep a
record of all scheduled maintenance�
1� Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing�
2� Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before
greasing to avoid injecting dirt and grit�
3� replace and repair broken fittings immediately�
4� If fittings will not take grease, remove and clean
thoroughly� Also clean lubricant passage� re-
place fitting if necessary�
