Section 3 – MAINTENANCE
WARNING
DO NOT attempt any adjustments, maintenance, service or repairs with the engine running. STOP engine. Remove spark plug wire from spark plug and secure away from plug. Engine and components are HOT. Avoid serious burns, allow all parts to cool before working on machine.
3.1INTRODUCTION
To retain the quality of the Yard Vacuum, use genuine replacement parts obtained only through your authorized dealer. Contact a local authorized dealer for parts and service assistance. For the correct part or information for a particular Yard Vacuum, always mention the model/part number and serial number. We recommend returning the Yard Vacuum to an authorized dealer annually for inspection and addition of any new devices, which might upgrade the safety of the machine. For the nearest authorized dealer in your area, check the yellow pages under the heading LAWN MOWERS. For engine parts and service, look for the engine manufacturer’s dealers under the heading, ENGINES - gasoline.
3.2SERVICE - AFTER FIRST 5 HOURS
Routine maintenance is important to the performance and life of your Yard Vacuum. Service performed properly and at the recommended interval is essential. Refer to Section “MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE” in this manual and in the Engine Owner’s Manual. Carefully complete all of the recommended service procedures.
3.2.1. CHANGE ENGINE OIL
The design of the machine restricts access to the oil drain plug on some model engines. The quickest and cleanest method to drain the oil is to tip the machine on its side, remove the dip stick, and allow the oil to drain into a pan. Refer to the Engine Owners Manual for recommended oil change interval and oil specifications.
3.2.2. SERVICE ENGINE AIR CLEANER
The engine is equipped with a dual element air cleaner. Both the foam
3.2.3 INSPECT MACHINE
Carefully inspect entire machine for loose, missing, damaged or worn parts. Run the machine and check for unusual noise or vibration. After stopping engine, open top of debris bag and inspect the interior of the bag and the discharge deflector end of the bag adapter. Repair or replace debris bag, bag adapter, and machine as necessary before operating. Contact your authorized dealer for assistance.
3.3SERVICE – EVERY 25 HOURS
Refer to Section “MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE” in this manual and in the Engine Owner’s Manual. Carefully complete all of the recommended service procedures.
3.4STORAGE – OUT OF SEASON
DO NOT store machine or fuel container inside where fumes may reach an open flame, spark or pilot light such as in a water heater, furnace, clothes dryer or other gas appliance. Allow engine to cool before storing machine in an enclosure. Store fuel container out of reach of children in a well ventilated, unoccupied building. Refer to Sections “Safe Handling of Fuel” and “Maintenance and Storage”, pages
1.Thoroughly clean entire machine, engine and debris bag.
2.Perform maintenance and lubrication as required. Refer to Section “Maintenance Schedule”.
3.With engine cool, drain fuel from fuel tank outdoors into an approved container away from all sources of ignition.
4.Run engine to remove all fuel from the carburetor.
5.Refer to Engine Owner’s Manual for additional engine storage procedures.
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