Before Starting
1.Read safety instructions at the beginning of manual.
2.Clean the ROLLER, removing dirt and dust, particularly the engine cooling air inlet, carburetor and air cleaner.
3.Check theairfilterfor dirtanddust. Ifairfilterisdirty,replace air filter with a new one as required.
4.Check carburetor for external dirt and dust. Clean with dry compressedair.
5.Check fastening nuts and bolts for tightness.
Engine Oil Check
1.To check the engine oil level, place the saw on secure level ground with the engine stopped, and the diamond blade removed.
2.Remove the filler cap/dipstick from the engine oil filler hole (Figure 10) and wipe it clean.
V304 — INSPECTION
Figure 11. Engine Oil Dipstick (Oil Level)
NOTE
Some engines used with the V304 Roller have an oil Alert System.This system will automatically stop the in the event of low oil level. ALWAYS be sure to check the engine oil level prior to starting the engine.
Table 3. Oil Type
Season | Temperature | Oil Type |
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Summer | 25°C or Higher | SAE |
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Spring/Fall | 25°C~10°C | SAE |
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Winter | 0°C or Lower | SAE |
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Figure 10. Engine Oil Dipstick (Removal)
3.Insertandremovethedipstickwithoutscrewingitintothefiller neck. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick.
4.If the oil level is low (Figure 11), fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil type (Table 3).Maximum oil capacity is 400 cc.
NOTE
Reference manufacturer engine manual for specific servicing instructions.
Fuel
CAUTION :
NEVER fill the fuel tank (Figure 12) while the engine is running or in the dark. Fuel spillage on a hot engine can cause a fire or explosion. If fuel spillage occurs, wipe up the spilled fuel completely to prevent fire hazards.
DO NOT smoke while refueling, motor fuels are highly flammable and can be dangerous if mishandled.
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