Maintenance And Servicing; Maintenance Procedures - Pacific hydrostar 65351 Assembly And Operation Instructions Manual

MAInTEnAnCE And
SERVICInG
FROM ACCIdEnTAL STARTInG:
Turn the Power Switch of the
Engine to its "OFF" position, wait
for the Engine to cool, and
remove the Spark Plug (10D)
before performing any
inspection, maintenance, or
cleaning procedures.
FROM EqUIPMEnT FAILURE:
do not use damaged equipment.
If abnormal noise, vibration, or
excess smoking occurs, correct
problem 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 maintenance
and servicing procedures are not
followed.
Engine Oil Change:
CAUTIOn! Oil is very hot during operation
and can cause burns. Wait for Engine to
cool before changing oil.
1. Place a drain pan (not included)
underneath the crankcase's Drain Plug
(1B). (See Figure A.)
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2. Remove the Drain Plug (1B) and, if
possible, tilt the Crankcase (5B) slightly
to help drain the oil out. Recycle used
oil. (See Figure A.)
3. Replace the Drain Plug (1B) and gasket
and tighten it. (See Figure A.)
4. Refill the oil to the proper level following
the instructions under the "Starting the
Engine" section.
Air Filter Element Maintenance:
1. Wipe off the Air Cleaner Cover (2I).
2. The Air Cleaner Cover is held in place by
the Air Cleaner Base (8I). Remove it.
3. Remove the Air Filter Element (3I).
4. Wash the Air Filter 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.
5. Install the new Air Filter Element or the
cleaned Filter. Secure the Air Cleaner
Cover before use.
Spark Plug Maintenance:
1. Disconnect Spark Plug Wire from end
of plug. Clean out debris from around
Spark Plug (10D).
2. Using a spark plug wrench, remove the
Spark Plug.
3. Inspect the Spark Plug:
If electrode is oily, clean it using a clean,
dry rag. If electrode has deposits on
it, polish it using emery paper. If white
insulator is cracked or chipped, Spark
Plug needs to be replaced.
SKU 65351