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Maintenance
BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE STOP
THE ENGINE & ALLOW ALL PARTS TO COOL.
Disconnect the spark plug wire,
keeping it away from the spark plug.
Engine Maintenance
Refer to the engine manual included with your equipment for
information on engine maintenance.
1. Always check oil level before starting engine. Fill to correct level
if necessary.
2. Change oil after first 5-8 hours of operation. Change oil while
engine is warm. Refill with new oil of recommended grade.
3. Check spark plug yearly or every 50 hours of operation.
4. Clean/replace air cleaner filter(s).
5. Keep engine and parts clean.
6. Check engine and equipment often for loose nuts and bolts, keep
these items tightened.
7. Check that the safety labels are in place and undamaged.
8. Check that the chipper inlet, shredder hopper, and discharge
guards are in place, undamaged and secure.
Changing the Oil
Change oil while engine is warm.
1. Clean area around oil fill cap/dipstick and drain plug.
2. Remove drain plug and oil fill cap/dipstick. Drain oil completely.
3. Reinstall drain plug.
4. Fill crankcase with new oil, up to point indicated on fill cap/
dipstick.
5. Reinstall oil fill cap/dipstick and tighten securely.
6. Dispose of used oil in accordance with local ordinances.
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