10.2.4 Clean the air filter
Note
A period of 3 months has been specified for cleaning the air filter.
If a layer of dust has built up, the air filter must already be cleaned, whether or not the period of 3 months
has expired.
Note
If the air filter is protected with a filter cap, the filter cap must be removed for cleaning the air filter. After
the air filter has been cleaned, the filter cap must be fitted again.
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Unscrew the air filter including the reducing screw.
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Clean the air filter using a suitable cleaning agent.
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Dry the air filter and/or blow out with compressed air.
WARNING
Risk of eye injury through compressed air
Remains of water and/or dirt particles may be harmful to the eyes.
Wear suitable protective glasses.
NOTICE
Material damage
Risk of damage to the gear unit through entry of foreign bodies.
Foreign bodies must be prevented from entering the gear unit.
10.2.5 Clean the gear unit
NOTICE
Material damage
Risk of damage to the gear unit through overheating.
Layers of dust may affect the withdrawal of heat by way of the housing surface and cause overheating.
To prevent the buildup of dust on the gear unit, cleaning must be done in accordance with the local
operating conditions.
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Remove any dirt adhering to the gear unit, using a hard brush.
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Remove any corrosion.
NOTICE
Material damage
Risk of damage to the gear unit through entry of moisture.
The gear unit must not be cleaned with highpressure cleaning equipment.
10.2.6 Top up oil
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The instructions in item 7.1 must be observed!
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Always top up with the same type of oil as already used (see also item 10.2.2).
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