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CUSTOMER
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Read and follow the maintenancescheduleand the maintenanceprocedureslistedin thissection.
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
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complete regular service.
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Check for loose fasteners
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Check soft vinyl boot
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Check tire pressure
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Check enaine oil level
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Lubricate
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Clean
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Maintain enaine per instructions below and in enaine manual.
Service Dates
BEFORE EACH USE
CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS
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Make a thorough visual check of the Vac System for
any bolts and nuts which may have loosened.
Retighten any loose bo_s and nuts.
CHECK SOFT VINYL BOOT
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Check the soft vinyl boot (on front of hard top) for
wear. Replace if worn or damaged.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
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Check tire pressure regularly. Recommended tire
pressure is 12-14 Lbs.
CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL
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Check oil level before each use. Maintain engine oil
as instructed in the separate engine manual.
LUBRICATION
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At the beginning of each season, lubricate the latch,
latch pivot bolt, and the axle where the hitch tongue
pivots, with a light machine oil.
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At least once a season, grease or oil the wheel
bearings. Use automotive wheel bearing type grease
or 20 weight oil.
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WARNING:
Always stop engine and
disconnect spark plug wire before clean-
ing, lubricating or before performing any
repairs or maintenance.
ENGINE
MAINTENANCE
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Check oil level before each use. Maintain engine oil
as instructed in the separate engine manual.
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Service air cleaner every 25 hours under normal
conditions. Clean every few hours under extremely
dusty conditions. Poor engine performance and
flooding usually indicates that the air cleaner should
be serviced. To service the air cleaner, refer to the
separate engine manual.
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The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset
once a season. Spark plug replacement is recom-
mended at thestad of each season. Check the
engine manual for correct plug type and gap specifi-
cations.
CLEANING
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Make sure the cart, the sides and front panel and top
are cleaned after each use. Grass clippings and
leaves left in the cart will mildew and cause damage
if not cleaned out.
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Clean the engine regulady with a cloth or brush.
Keep the cooling fins on the engine housing clean to
permit proper air circulation which is essential to
engine performance
and life. Be sure to remove all
dirt and debris from muffler area.
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Clean the engine and the entire unit thoroughly.
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Refer to engine manual for correct engine storage
instructions.
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If storing in an unventilated or metal storage shed,
coat metal parts with light oil or silicone to prevent
rust.
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Store unit in a clean, dry area.
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