Maintenance
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5.
Maintenance
5.1
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
The chart below lists basic engine maintenance. Refer to engine
manufacturer’s Operation Manual for additional information on engine
maintenance.
5.2
Cleaning Plate
Clean plate after use to remove dirt, stones, and mud caught under the
engine console. If plate is being used in a dusty area, check engine
cylinder cooling fins for heavy dirt accumulation. Keep engine cylinder
fins clean to prevent engine from overheating.
Daily
before
starting
After
first
20 hrs.
Every
2 weeks
or
50 hrs.
Every
month
or
100 hrs.
Every
year
or
300 hrs.
Check fuel level.
•
Check engine oil level.
•
Inspect fuel lines.
•
Inspect air filter. Replace as needed.
•
Check and tighten external hardware.
•
Check and adjust drive belt.
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•
Clean air cleaner elements.
•
Inspect shockmounts for damage.
•
Change engine oil.
•
•
Clean cooling system.
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Clean sediment cup / fuel filter.
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Check and clean spark plug.
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Check and adjust valve clearance.
•
Change exciter oil.
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