Maintenance - YARDMAX YF1565 Operator's Manual

STORAGE OF THE FRONT DISCHARGE CHUTE-
When not in use, the front discharge chute can be stored under
the frame at the rear of the blower. Take fol low steps to secure the
attachment for storage.
1. Orient the attachment so the "THIS SIDE UP FOR STORAGE" is
up. Insert the attachment with this direction under the frame of
unit. It will be supported by a bracket under the frame.
2. Secure the attachment by rotating it so the pin on the frame will
insert into the slot on the attachment.
Maintaining yourYARDMAXwalk-behind blower will ensure long
life to the machine and its components.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE -------
1. Turn off the engine. The engine must be cool.
2. Keep the engine's throttle lever in the SLOW position and
remove the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure.
3. Inspect the general condition of the blower. Check for loose
screws, misalignment of binding of moving parts, cracked or
broken parts, and any other condition that may affect its safe
operation.
4. Remove all debris from the blower with a soft brush, vacuum,
or compressed air. Then use a premium quality lightweight
machine oil to lubricate all moving parts
5. Replace the spark plug wire.
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Never use a pressure washer to clean
your blower. Water can penetrate tight
areas of the unit and cause damage
to spindles, pulleys, bearings, or the
engine.
Shut down the engine, wait for all
moving parts to come to a complete
stop, remove the spark plug wire,
and then wait five minutes before
performing maintenance on
blower.
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