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servicing
FroM accidental
starting:
turn the power switch of the
equipment to its "oFF"
position, wait for the engine to
cool, and disconnect the
spark plug wire(s) before
performing any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning
procedures.
FroM equipMent Failure:
do not use damaged
equipment. if abnormal noise,
vibration, or excess smoking
occurs, have the problem
corrected before further use.
Maintenance procedures
Many maintenance procedures,
including those not detailed
in this manual, will need to
be performed by a qualified
technician for safety. if you
have any doubts about your
ability to safely service the
equipment or engine, have a
qualified technician service the
equipment instead.
note: Warranty is void if proper mainte-
nance and servicing procedures are
not followed.
engine oil change
caution! Oil is very hot during opera-
tion and can cause burns. Wait for
engine to cool before changing oil.
SKU 65414
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
to prevent
serious injurY
to prevent
serious injurY
1.
Place a drain pan (not included) un-
derneath the crankcase's drain plug.
2.
Remove the drain plug and, if pos-
sible, tilt the crankcase slightly to help
drain the oil out. Recycle used oil.
3.
Replace the drain plug (and gasket, if
supplied) and tighten it.
4.
Refill the oil to the proper level follow-
ing the instructions under the Starting
the Engine section.
air Filter element Maintenance
1.
Wipe off the air cleaner cover.
2.
The air cleaner cover is held in place
by a wing nut or clamps. Remove it.
3.
Remove the air filter element.
4.
cleaning:
a.
For "paper" filter elements:
To prevent injury from dust and
debris, wear ANSI-approved safety
goggles, NIOSH-approved dust
mask/respirator, and heavy-duty
work gloves. In a well-ventilated
area away from bystanders, use
pressurized air to blow dust out
of the air filter from the side oppo-
site the filter's normal air flow (the
"clean" side of the filter).
If this does not get the filter reason-
ably clean, replace it.
b.
For foam filter elements:
Wash the element in warm water
and mild detergent several times.
Rinse. Squeeze out excess water
and allow it to dry completely. Soak
the filter in lightweight oil briefly, then
squeeze out the excess oil.
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