MAINTENANCE
It is important to store this product in a
NOTE: Use of a fuel stabilizer and pump saver will give you better performance and increase the life of the machine.
Discharge Fuel:
Drain the fuel tank completely. Stored gas can go stale in 30 days.
Engine Lubricant:
Drain the lubricant and replace with fresh, clean lubricant.
Spark Plug:
nDisconnect spark plug wire and remove the spark plug. Pour about a teaspoon of clean,
nLeaving the spark plug out, pull the starter cord two or three times to coat the inside of the cylinder wall.
nInspect the spark plug and clean or replace, as neces- sary.
nReinstall the spark plug, but leave the spark plug wire disconnected.
Air Filter:
Clean the air filter.
Recoil Starter Rope:
Extend the recoil starter rope to check its condition. If the rope is frayed, have it replaced immediately by an authorized service center.
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE TABLE
Hoses and Pump:
Flush the injection hose with clean water for
For winterizing and long-term storage:
nDisconnect the water connection, if necessary.
nDisconnect the spark plug wire from the engine.
nPull recoil rope and jump engine several times to eliminate any water remaining in the pump.
nCoil the hoses and place in the
nStore the unit and accessories in an area that does not reach freezing temperatures. Do not store near furnace or other sources of heat that could dry out the pump seals.
CAUTION:
The use of a pump protector is recommended to prevent cold weather damage during storage over the winter months.
PREPARING FOR USE AFTER STORAGE
nPull the recoil starter grip three or four times to clean lubricant from the combustion chamber.
nRemove spark plug from the cylinder. Wipe lubricant from the spark plug and return it to the cylinder.
nReconnect the spark plug wire.
nRefuel the machine as described earlier in the operator’s manual.
Maintenance Items | Each | Every | Every | Every | Every | Every |
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Clean engine & check bolts & nuts | X | X |
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Check engine oil | X |
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Change engine oil* |
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Clean spark plug |
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Clean air cleaner | X |
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Replace air cleaner element |
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Clean & adjust spark plug & electrodes |
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Replace spark plug |
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Remove carbon from cylinder head** |
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Check & adjust valve clearance** |
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*Initial oil change should be performed after the first 20 hours of operation. Do not pour old oil down sewage drains, into garden soil, or into open streams. Your local zoning or environmental regulations will give you more detailed instruction on proper disposal.
** Have performed by your nearest service center