Maintenance - P1PE P5200EA User Manual

6.

MAINTENANCE

Always stop the engine and unplug the spark plug before doing any repairs or maintenance.
Never touch the rotating nylon cord or blade.
Check and maintain fuel level regularly, and maintain the fuel/oil mix to the correct ratio.
Frequently check the auger and make sure that all deposits are removed from the auger drill
bit.
At regular intervals, check the tightness of all nuts, bolts and screws.
If the auger drill bit hits an obstacle check for damage. If the machine vibrates badly stop the
machine and take it to a service dealer.
Always refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine off and spark plug HT cap removed.
Whilst carrying out maintenance you must wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE). Suggested PPE Sturdy footwear, work gloves, long trousers and hearing protection.
NEVER use a "pressure washer" to clean your auger. Water can penetrate the power unit and
cause damage the engine. The use of pressure washers will result in shortened life and
reduce serviceability. Shut down the engine, wait for all moving parts to come to a complete
stop, remove HT lead, and then wait for 5 minutes before performing maintenance on the
chipper.
ITEM
Check
Air filter
Clean
Check
Fuel filter
Clean
Check/Adjust
Spark plug
Change
Gear box Check/fill
Cooling fins Check clean
Mechanical
Check/Tighten/Examine
connections
Fuel tank Examine
Fuel pipes Examine
a = Increase maintenance interval if operating in dusty environment.
Every 3
Every months
use or 15
hours
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# a
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required
Recommended change interval. 1st check after 30 hours
of use. Thereafter every 25 hours of use.
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Each time replace as required.
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Every 6 Every 12
months months
or 50 or 100
hours hours
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Replace
as
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Every 24
months
or 300
hours
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