Chicago Electric 98706 manual Cleaning, Maintenance, Lubrication Schedule, Storage

Cleaning, Maintenance, and

Lubrication Schedule

Note: This maintenance schedule is intended solely as a general guide. If performance decreases or if equipment operates unusually, check systems immediately. The maintenance needs of each piece of equipment will differ depending on factors such as duty cycle, temperature, air quality, fuel quality, and other factors.

Note: These procedures are in addition to the regular checks and maintenance explained as part of the regular operation of the engine and equipment.

After Initial 20 Operation Hour Period:

a. Change engine oil.

Every 25 Operation Hours Thereafter:

a. Clean/replace air filter element.

b. Inspect/clean spark plug.

Every 50 Operation Hours:

a. Change engine oil.

b. Replace fuel filter (if equipped).

c. Check spark plug. Clean and re-gap as needed.

Every 100 Operation Hours:

a. Replace spark plug.

b. Replace air filter element.

c. Clean fuel tank and fuel strainer.

Note: All maintenance procedures scheduled for 25, 50, and 100 operation hours should be performed at least yearly.

Every 300 Operation Hours:

a. Clean fuel tank and carburetor.

b. Clean carbon build-up from combustion chamber.

c. Check oil tube condition and replace as needed.

Storage

1.Wait for engine to cool, then clean engine with clean cloth.

2.When the equipment is to remain idle for longer than 20 days, prepare the engine for storage as follows:

a.Change engine oil and empty fuel tank.

b.Either leave fuel tank empty or refill fuel tank with fresh unleaded gasoline mixed with a fuel stabilizer intended for long term engine storage (not included). After filling, run engine for about 5-10 minutes to circulate the treated gasoline through the carburetor. Wait for engine to cool before proceeding.

c.Clean out area around spark plug. Remove spark plug and pour one tablespoon of engine oil into cylinder through spark plug hole.

d.Reinstall spark plug, but leave spark plug wire disconnected.

e.Pull recoil starter to distribute oil in cylinder. Stop after one or two revolutions when you feel the piston start the compression stroke (when you start to feel resistance).

f.Disconnect battery cables (if equipped).

3.Apply a thin coat of rust preventive oil to all uncoated metal parts.

Page 16 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SKU 98706