Rev. Date: 11/11/20
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CHECK OIL LEVEL
X
CLEAN AROUND MUFFLER, SPRINGS AND LINKAGES
X
INSPECT AND BLOW OUT AROUND COOLING FINS ON
CYLINDER HEADS
X
REPLACE SPARK PLUGS
X
SERVICE AIR FILTER AND PRE-CLEANER
X
(Clean more often under dusty conditions, or when airborne
debris or chaff is present.)
SERVICE EXHAUST SYSTEM
X
CHANGE ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
(See engine manufacturer’s manual for recommended maintenance schedule of when oil and filter shoud be changed)
CHECK VALVE CLEARANCE AND ADJUST IF NECESSARY
X
VERIFY TORQUE RATINGS ON CAPSCREWS OF TAPER
LOCK BUSHING TO BE 192 INCH POUNDS
X
(Refer to operator's manual)
REPLACE AIR FILTER
X
REPLACE FUEL FILTER
X
SERVICE COOLING SYSTEM
X
CLEAN OIL COOLER FINS
X
(Refer to operator's manual)
(Clean more often under dusty conditions)
DESCRIPTION
8
250
400
HOURS
HOURS
HOURS
HOURS
75-100
Weekly
• Remove air filter and blow with compressed air.
• Clean out fan chamber. Remove insulation build up on fan and inside of chamber.
• Inspect fan for wear and bent blades.
Note: Do not remove fan for general maintenance.
Monthly
• Check fuel tank and filter for debris and clean if necessary.
Engine Maintenance:
SAFETY NOTE
WHEN MAINTENANCE IS TO BE PERFORMED ON THE MACHINE ALWAYS:
1) STOP THE ENGINE COMPLETELY.
2) TURN THE IGNITION TO THE “OFF” POSITION AND REMOVE THE KEY.
3) DISCONNECT RED (POSITIVE) BATTERY CABLE FROM BATTERY POST.
Note:
Clean out defender box when changing bag or as needed.
Note:
When further maintenance is needed, please refer back to other manufacturer’s manuals for additional assistance!
Hour / Tachometer Reset Instructions:
1) Toggle to the appropriate Flash Alert menu to be cleared.
2) Press and hold button until "00000" appears. (approx. 3 sec)
Note: Hour glass will flash repeatedly while holding button down during service reset.