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1.6
Maintenance
A T T E N T I O N – D A N G E R !
No cleaning, upkeep, checks or maintenance when machine is running
Be safe: Shut off the machine, let it cool down, disconnect spark plug cap from spark
plug.
The machine does not require intense maintenance. However, to ensure a long lifespan, we
strongly recommend following the upkeep and maintenance plan.
Repairs must be carried out by specialists! Use original ZIPPER parts only!
1.6.1
Upkeep and maintenance plan
Loose or lost screws, nuts, bolts
Regularly prior to each operation
Damage of any part of the machine
Regularly prior to each operation
Machine cleaning
Regularly after operation
Clean spark plug
Every 25 working hours
Grease gearbox
Every 25 working hours
Clean air filter
Every 20-30 working hours
1.6.2
Cleaning
Clean the machine from soil, dirt, gras etc … Clean the machine housing with a wet cloth and a
mild cleaning solution.
I M P O R T A N T
The usage of solvents, aggressive chemicals or scouring agents damages
the machine housing.
1.6.3
Clean the spark plug
Take off the spark plug cap
(I-2)
. Loosen and remove the spark
plug. Clean it with a small brush from soot debris.
The contact distance shall account approx. 0, 5mm or ~ credit
card thickness.
1.6.4
Grease the gear box
Grease every 25 operation hours the gearing of the earth auger
with a grease gun. Use for this purpose commercial HQ gearing
grease.
Example of grease gun
NOT included in delivery!
