MULTIQUIP Whiteman Series Operation Manual page 28

CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
1. Change the engine oil after the first 5 hours of use,
then change every 6 months or 100 hours.
2. Remove the oil filler cap and fill engine crankcase with
recommended type oil as listed in Table 4. Fill to the
upper limit of dipstick.
3. Crankcase oil capacity with oil filter replacement is 2.02
quarts (1.90 liters).
Oil Filter (100 Hours)
1. Replace the engine oil filter (Figure 14) every oil change
or 100 hours.
Figure 14. Oil Filter
2. Be sure to coat the seal of the new oil filter with clean
engine oil.
Fuel Filter (200 Hours)
„ Replace the engine fuel filter (Figure 15) every 200 hours.
Figure 15. Fuel Filter (Typical)
Oil and Fuel Lines
„ Check the oil and fuel lines and connections regularly
for leaks or damage. Repair or replace as necessary.
„ Replace the oil and fuel lines every two years to maintain
the line's performance and flexibility.
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LONG TERM STORAGE
„ Remove the battery.
„ Drain fuel from fuel tank, fuel line and carburetor.
„ Remove spark plug and pour a few drops of motor oil into
cylinder. Crank engine 3 to 4 times so that oil reaches
all internal parts.
„ Clean exterior with a cloth soaked in clean oil.
„ Store unit covered with plastic sheet in moisture-free and
dust-free location out of direct sunlight.
CAUTION
Never store the ride-on trowel with fuel in the tank for
any extended period of time. Always clean up spilled
fuel immediately.
ENGINE TUNE-UP
See your engine manual for specific information on tuning
up your engine, checking and gaping the spark plugs, etc.
NOTICE
See the engine manual supplied with your machine
for appropriate engine maintenance schedule and
troubleshooting guide for problems.
At the front of this manual is a "Daily Pre-Operation
Checklist". Make copies of this checklist and use it on a
daily basis.
Disconnect spark plug wires and battery cables before
attempting any service or maintenance on the ride-on trowel.
MAINTENANCE