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554284 - Masport Blower OM - July 2010
Inspection and Maintenance
DANGER
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Before inspection and maintenance, stop the engine and allow it to cool. Remove also the spark plug and plug cap.
- If inspection or maintenance is attempted immediately after engine stop or with the plug cap left attached, the operator
may suffer burn or an accident due to acidental startup.
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After inspection and maintenance, be sure to confirm that all parts are assembled.
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REPLACEMENT OF ENGINE OIL
Deteriorated engine oil will shorten the life of the sliding and rotating parts to a great extent. Be sure to check and replace the oil
periodically.
DANGER
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In general, the engine and engine oil still remain hot just after the engine is stopped. When replacing the oil,
ensure that the engine main unit and engine oil are sufficiently cooled down. Otherwise, there may exist a risk of
scalding. In addition just after the engine stops, the oil needs time to return in the oil case.
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If the oil is filled above the limit, it may become contaminated or may catch fire.
Interval of replacement:
Initially, after 20 operating hours, and subsequently every 50 operating hours
Recommended oil:
Masport SAE10W-30 oil of API Classification SF Class or higher (4-stroke engine oil for automobile)
When replacing oil, perform the following procedure.
1. Confirm that the fuel tank cap is tightened securely.
2. Detach the oil cap.
- Keep the oil gauge free from dust or dirt.
3. The machine can be tilted to the blower port side, to drain the oil.
- Drain the oil in a container.
4. Please position the machine horizontally (on the protector), refill oil to the
shelf inside the oil pipe.
5. After refill, securely tighten the oil cap. Insufficient tightening of the oil
cap will lead to oil leakage.
Note:
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Never discard used engine oil in garbage, earth or sewage ditch. Disposal of oil is regulated by law. In disposal, always follow the
relevant laws and regulations. For any points remaining unknown, contact Authorized Service Agent.
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Oil will deteriorate even when it is kept unused. Perform inspection and replacement at regular intervals (replace with new oil every 6
months).