CAMON LA25 Lawn Aerator
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LA25 Lawn Aerator
7.0 Maintenance
Important! Before undertaking any maintenance ensure that the engine is
off and the fuel tap is off.
7.1 Schedule
Operation
Daily
Every
Week
Every
Month
Engine
Check engine oil level SAE 10W/30 API SJ or later
See separate engine manual
X
X
Machine
Check condition of tines
X
Check condition of tines rods
X
Check belt condition
X
Check operating lever and cable
X
Check protection cover condition
X
Check bearings
X
Lubricate wheel bearings
X
Tighten all nuts and bolts
X
7.2 Basic Maintenance
Check that all guards are fitted securely.
Ensure the cable connecting the operating lever to the engine is securely fastened
at both ends and shows no sign of wear.
Check the pressure of pneumatic tyres and ensure that they do not show any
indentations or significant wear and tear.
Ensure the wheels are held securely and the fixed pin that holds the wheels onto
the axles is in place.
7.3 Engine
7.3.1 Check Engine Oil Level
This is to be checked prior to each use and every 8 hours during operation.
Check only when the engine is off and in a horizontal position.
Clean the oil filler plug and its surrounding parts.
Remove the oil filler plug. Clean the dipstick with a clean cloth and put the
oil filler plug all the way back into the engine. Remove the oil filler plug and
check the oil level.
Refill the oil if indicator shows more is required. For the Honda GX160 the
recommended oil is SAE 10W/30 API SJ or equivalent.
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