Maintenance And Cleaning - F.F. Group GVE 174 PLUS Original Instructions Manual

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Fuel specifications: Unleaded gasoline
Oil specifications: Only use oil that meet the re­
quirements of API service class SF or higher. For
general use (5°C - 38°C) (Fig. 4) the recommended
oil is SAE 10W-30.
Always use clean container for storing fuel and do
not use fuel stored for more than a month.
Use a funnel in order to avoid spilling fuel or oil.
Do not overfill.
To fill the engine with fuel:
1. Remove the fuel tank cap (Fig. 1.1).
WARNING: Carefully open the tank top as pres­
sure could have formed inside.
2. Add fuel to the fuel upper level (Fig. 6.1). Leave
a minimum 5 mm of space between the top of
the fuel and the inside edge of the tank to allow
for expansion.
3. Reposition the fuel tank cap and tighten appro­
priately.
To fill the engine with oil:
1. Remove the oil filler cap (Fig. 1.4). The bottom
part of it is the oil level indicator (oil dipstick).
2. Add enough oil to bring the oil level between
the upper (Fig. 5.1) and lower (Fig. 5.2) limit on
the oil dipstick. Measuring should be made with
the dipstick positioned, but not screwed, in the
filler neck.
3. Reposition the oil cap and tighten appropriate­
ly.
WARNING: Wipe off any spilled fuel and oil before
starting the engine.
STARTING THE UNIT
WARNING: Before starting the engine, make sure
both the machine and you are on stable ground.
1. Turn the engine ON/OFF switch to "ON" posi­
tion (Fig. 2.1).
2. Pull the starter grip slowly with your right hand
until you start to feel resistance (Fig. 3). Then
pull energetically. The engine should start
after two to five pulls at most.
WARNING: To avoid breaking the starter rope,
do not pull the whole length of it or let it slide
along the edge of the cable guide hole. Release
the starter gradually, to avoid letting it fly back
uncontrollably.
NOTE: Once warm, the engine should start on the
first pull.
For maximum performance and reliability, allow the
engine to warm up before operating. Run the engine
for two to three minutes at idle speed.
OPERATING THE UNIT
The engine should be operated at the rated speed
specified by the manufacturer.
WARNING: Strictly set the engine according to the
regulated power on the owner's manual. Do not
overload, overrun or run the engine with low load
and at low speed.
STOPPING THE UNIT
1. Allow the engine to cool down by running in
idle for a few seconds.
2. Turn the engine ON/OFF switch to "OFF" posi­
tion.
WARNING: Avoid stopping the engine suddenly at
high speed or under heavy load to avoid engine fail­
ure.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

WARNING:
Never do maintenance or cleaning with the unit run­
ning. Always work on a cool unit. Before cleaning or
doing maintenance work, disconnect the spark plug
cap and read the relevant instructions. Always wear
proper clothing and protective gloves whenever
your hands are at risk.
Any adjustments or maintenance operations not
described in this manual must be carried out by
your Dealer or a authorized Service Centre with
the necessary knowledge and equipment to en­
sure that the work is done correctly maintaining
the machine's original safety level. Any operations
performed in unauthorized centers or by unqual­
ified persons will totally invalidate the Warranty
and all obligations and responsibilities of the
Manufacturer.
Keep all nuts and screws tight to be sure the ma­
chine is always in safe working condition. Routine
maintenance is essential for safety and for main­
taining a high-performance level.
WARNING:
Never use the machine with worn or damaged parts.
Faulty or worn-out parts must always be replaced
and not repaired. Only use original spare parts.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Frequency
Items
Complete Visual Ispec­
unit tion
Control Check Oper­
handles ation
Spark
arrester (if Check
available)
Check-Refill
Εngine oil
Replace
Check
Air filter Clean
Replace
Spark plug Check-Adjust
Fuel line
Check-Clean **
and filter
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