maintenance
9.Reinstall the foam air filter element in the air cleaner cover, then reinstall the paper air filter element and cover to the air cleaner case. Securely latch the four hook tabs on the air cleaner cover.
CAUTION
Operating the engine with a blocked grass screen, dirty or plugged cooling fins, and/or cooling shrouds removed will cause engine damage due to overheating.
Changing Engine Oil (100 Hours)
1.Change the engine oil after the first 20 hours of use, then change every 6 months or 100 hours.
2.Remove the oil filler cap (Figure 5, Item 1), and fill engine crankcase with recommended type oil as listed in Figure 6. Fill to the upper limit of dipstick.
3.Crankcase oil capacity is 1.6 qts. (1.50 liters) without oil filter replacement, with oil filter replacement 1.8 qts. (1.7 liters).
Oil Filter (200 Hours)
1. Replace the engine oil filter (Figure 14) every 200 hours.
OIL
FILTER
SEAL
Figure 14. Oil Filter
2.Be sure to coat the seal of the new oil filter with clean engine oil.
Fuel Filter (200 Hours)
1. Replace the engine fuel filter (Figure 15) every 200 hours.
Figure 15. Honda Fuel Filter
Oil And Fuel Lines
Check the oil and fuel lines and connections regularly for leaks or damage. Repair or replace as necessary.
Replace the oil and fuel lines every two years to maintain the line's performance and flexibility.
Engine Tune-Up
See your engine manual for specific information on tuning up your engine, checking and gaping the spark plugs, etc.
NOTICE
See the engine manual supplied with your machine for appropriate engine maintenance schedule and troubleshooting guide for problems.
Long Term Storage
Remove the battery.
Drain fuel from fuel tank, fuel line and carburetor.
Remove spark plug and pour a few drops of motor oil into cylinder. Crank engine 3 to 4 times so that oil reaches all internal parts.
Clean exterior with a cloth soaked in clean oil.
Store unit covered with plastic sheet in moisture and
CAUTION
NEVER store the
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